The Belgium Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) has published a newsletter setting out points of attention for intermediaries and referencing AMLCO Day 2025. The newsletter highlights that prior registration as an intermediary is mandatory, that firms should only work with persons who are authorized to do so, and that there are expectations around the use of the FSMA’s name or logo. It also flags issues relating to branch 26 and branch VI products linked to investment funds. The newsletter is available in Dutch and French.
Belgium Financial Services and Markets Authority 2025-05-27
Belgium Financial Services and Markets Authority publishes newsletter highlighting key compliance points for intermediaries and AMLCO Day 2025
The Belgium Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) issued a newsletter emphasizing mandatory prior registration for intermediaries and the requirement to work only with authorized individuals. It also addresses the use of the FSMA's name or logo and issues related to branch 26 and branch VI products linked to investment funds.