Regulatory Licensing

Financial Services Licence Application & Advisory

FXBX provides end-to-end licence application management and advisory across 15 regulatory licence categories — covering FX, payments, crypto/VASP, and UAE-regulated frameworks including SCA, ADGM, VARA, and Freezone structures.

Licence Categories

LFSA — FX / Investment

Labuan Investment Dealer Licence

Regulatory Authority: Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA)  |  Region: Malaysia (Labuan IBFC)

What the Licence Permits

  • Dealing in securities and financial instruments as principal or agent
  • FX and derivatives trading for wholesale clients
  • Fund management and investment advisory
  • Operating as a money broker

Target Client Profile

  • FX brokers seeking an Asia-Pacific regulatory base
  • Investment dealers targeting institutional and wholesale clients
  • Entities seeking access to Malaysia's tax treaty network
  • Firms requiring a regulated structure for Asian market operations

Key Regulatory Requirements

  • Minimum paid-up capital: USD 125,000 (investment dealer)
  • Fit and proper directors and key personnel
  • Compliance officer appointment
  • AML/CTF policies and procedures
  • Local substance requirements — Labuan office and staff

FXBX Scope of Work

  • Labuan company incorporation
  • LFSA licence application preparation
  • Local substance establishment support
  • AML/CTF program development
  • Compliance framework design
  • Banking access advisory for Labuan entities

Typical Timeline

3–6 months from application to licence grant

Timelines are indicative only and subject to regulatory authority processing times, completeness of application, and other factors outside FXBX's control.

Value Proposition

The Labuan Investment Dealer Licence provides a cost-effective, regulated structure for Asia-Pacific operations. Labuan's tax treaty network and proximity to major Asian financial centres make it an attractive jurisdiction for entities targeting institutional and wholesale clients in the region.

Regulatory Disclaimer: All information regarding licensing requirements, timelines, and regulatory frameworks is provided for general informational purposes only and is subject to change. FXBX does not guarantee any particular regulatory outcome. Regulatory authority decisions are made at the authority's sole discretion. Prospective applicants should seek independent legal advice regarding their specific circumstances before commencing any licence application.