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Netherlands Exchange Institutions License

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Netherlands Exchange Institutions

Neptune Fiduciaries assists businesses in obtaining Exchange Institution authorization in the Netherlands, where firms conducting currency exchange transactions or payment of coins and banknotes against credit cards or financial documents must be licensed by De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB). Operating as an exchange institution without this authorization is not permitted under the Financial Supervision Act (Wft).

DNB Authorization Required

Any institution wishing to conduct exchange transactions in the Netherlands must obtain formal authorization from De Nederlandsche Bank before commencing operations.

Defined Scope of Activity

Authorized exchange institutions are limited to currency exchange and related transactions, and are not permitted to offer additional payment services such as money remittance.

Application via DLT Portal

Applications for exchange institution authorization must be submitted through the Digitaal Loket Toezicht (DLT), the official online portal of the Dutch Central Bank, along with the applicable processing fee.

Review Timeline

DNB aims to decide on applications within 13 weeks, though the actual timeline depends on the quality and completeness of the submission, making thorough preparation essential.

With Neptune Fiduciaries managing your application and ensuring all documentation meets DNB's standards, your exchange institution authorization process becomes straightforward and well-supported from start to finish.

Get in Touch

For further details, please contact Neptune Fiduciaries via email info@neptunecorporate.com or sales@neptunecorporate.com or visit our Contact Us page.

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