What are FINMA regulations?
FINMA is committed to principle-based, differentiated, technology-neutral and internationally compatible regulation, which allows the authority to perform its supervisory function to protect creditors, investors, policyholders and the financial system effectively.
What is FINMA license?
On the strength of its official powers, FINMA authorises and licenses all companies that wish to operate in the regulated financial sector. Not all types of licences issued by FINMA involve the same degree of supervision. FINMA authorises and licenses operation of companies in the regulated sectors.