RG 36
Licensing: Financial product advice and dealing
Issued June 2016. This guide is for persons who provide financial product advice or deal in a financial product as defined in the Corporations Act 2001 (Corporations Act) and their professional advisers (such as lawyers).
In plain English
RG 36 explains how to get an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) to give financial advice or deal in financial products.
RG 36 was issued in June 2016. It applies to businesses and their advisors who provide financial product advice or deal in financial products. It details the licensing requirements under the Corporations Act 2001. The guide explains how to apply for an AFSL and what ASIC expects from licensees.
Why it matters
If your business offers financial advice or deals in financial products, you likely need an AFSL. This guide helps you understand the requirements to operate legally and avoid potential compliance issues.
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Issuing regulator
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