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Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department(C&ED)

Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department(C&ED)

汇集与香港海关监管有关的牌照和合规文章, 重点涵盖金钱服务经营者申请及反洗钱要求. 具体申请和持续义务以香港海关现行资料为准.
Hong Kong MSO license vs money lender license：Which one is right for your business?
Hong Kong MSO License

Hong Kong MSO license vs money lender license: Which one is right for your business?

Compare the business scope of Hong Kong MSO and money lender licenses, Competent authority, AML/CFT, interest rate, Application and Ongoing Responsibilities.
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Hong Kong Money Lender License vs.. virtual bank：Differentiated competition in traditional lending business
Hong Kong Money Lenders License

Hong Kong Money Lender License vs.. virtual bank: Differentiated competition in traditional lending business

Compare Hong Kong Money Lenders vs Digital Banks, A distinction should be made between Chapter 163 and Chapter 155, public deposits, 3Minimum share capital of HK$100 million bank, Maximum effective interest rate for moneylenders of 48% and presumptive extortionate threshold of 36%, and payments and AML boundaries.
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Hong Kong vs Singapore：An in-depth comparison of the regulatory environment for financial technology companies
Payments and Electronic Money License

Hong Kong vs Singapore: An in-depth comparison of the regulatory environment for financial technology companies

Comparing the differences in fintech regulations between Hong Kong and Singapore, Focus on the application requirements for Hong Kong MSO license, AML architecture, Responsible person review and maintenance costs, It is safer to do a compliance assessment first and then submit it, Consult the plan now.
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5 major reasons why Hong Kong MSO license is refused and how to avoid it
Hong Kong MSO License

5 major reasons why Hong Kong MSO license is refused and how to avoid it

Troubleshooting AML/CFT in Hong Kong MSO applications, fit and proper person, business premises, Business plan and data consistency risks.
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The whole process for mainland enterprises to apply for a Hong Kong MSO license：From registering a company to getting a license
Hong Kong MSO License

The whole process for mainland enterprises to apply for a Hong Kong MSO license: From registering a company to getting a license

Sort out the main entities when mainland enterprises apply for Hong Kong MSO, fit and proper person, operating arrangements, AML/CFT documents and customs review points.
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How can mainland capital carry out lending business in compliance with the Hong Kong money lender license?
Hong Kong Money Lenders License

How can mainland capital carry out lending business in compliance with the Hong Kong money lender license?

Applicants with Mainland background come to Hong Kong to engage in lending business, Subject to be checked, Source of funds, premises, fit and proper person, business plan, AML/CFT and tax; Approval time and results are not guaranteed.
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Hong Kong Money Lenders License Application Guide：Capital and site requirements
Hong Kong Money Lenders License

Hong Kong Money Lenders License Application Guide: Capital and site requirements

Sorting out the financial status of money lender licenses in Hong Kong, business plan, premises, Fit and proper candidates and AML/CFT requirements; There is no unified minimum capital for ordinary licenses, Approval time is not guaranteed.
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MSO license application materials list：Necessary documents for one-time customs clearance
Hong Kong MSO License

MSO license application materials list: Necessary documents for one-time customs clearance

Check Hong Kong MSO applicant, operating arrangements, ultimate owner, Business plan and AML/CFT bill of materials.
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