• CIU-5.1 CIU-5.1 CIU Winding-up Process

    • CIU-5.1.1

      The operator of a Bahrain domiciled CIU must seek the approval of the CBB prior to taking any step to wind-up a Bahrain domiciled CIU.

      Added: April 2022

    • CIU-5.1.2

      The operator of a Bahrain domiciled CIU must give at least one month's written notice, as a minimum, to CIU participants of their intention to wind-up the CIU, together with an explanation for such intention. A copy of this notice must be provided to the CBB at the time it is issued to CIU participants.

      Added: April 2022

    • CIU-5.1.3

      The operator of a Bahrain domiciled CIU must ensure that the CIU continues to meet its contractual obligations and comply with all applicable CBB requirements, until such time as it is formally notified by the CBB that it has been formally removed from the CBB’s register.

      Added: April 2022

    • CIU-5.1.4

      Upon completion of the winding-up process, the operator of a Bahrain domiciled CIU must submit the following to the CBB:

      (a) The final report from the liquidator/external auditor confirming the completion of the winding-up process and the final audited accounts of the CIU;
      (b) An independent verification by the external auditor that the CIU’s assets have been distributed to CIU participants; and
      (c) A request for the CIU to be removed from the CBB’s register of CIUs.
      Added: April 2022

    • CIU-5.1.5

      If the fund company relating to a Bahrain domiciled CIU is being liquidated, prior CBB approval must be obtained following the submission of a Board resolution and any necessary legal documents.

      Added: April 2022