INFO 257
ASIC reference checking and information sharing protocol
This is Information Sheet 257 (INFO 257). It is for Australian financial services (AFS) licensees and Australian credit licensees (collectively ‘licensees’) that:.
In plain English
INFO 257 explains how ASIC shares information with other regulators when checking references for financial and credit licenses.
INFO 257 applies to Australian financial services (AFS) licensees and Australian credit licensees. It details ASIC’s reference checking and information sharing protocol. ASIC shares information with other regulators to assess potential licensees. This helps ensure they meet standards. The guidance doesn't state a commencement or revision date.
Why it matters
If you're applying for or hold an AFS or ACL, understand how ASIC shares information. This impacts your application process and ongoing compliance. It's important to be aware of this information sharing.
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