• AU-B AU-B Scope of Application

    • AU-B.1 AU-B.1 Scope

      • AU-B.1.1

        The Authorisation requirements in Chapter AU-1 are specifically applicable to financial institutions in highly reputable jurisdictions acceptable to the CBB. In addition, those applying for authorisation are also required to comply with the relevant requirements and procedures contained in this Module.

        December 2010

      • AU-B.1.2

        Two types of authorisation are prescribed:

        (a) Any financial institution seeking to operate as a representative office within or from the Kingdom of Bahrain must hold the appropriate CBB license (see AU-1.1); and
        (b) Natural persons wishing to perform a controlled function in a representative office licensee also require prior CBB approval, as an approved person (see AU-1.2).
        December 2010

      • AU-B.1.3

        Because of the general applicability of many of the requirements contained in this Module, they are supported by way of a Regulation (see Section UG-1.1 for an explanation of the CBB's rule-making powers and different regulatory instruments).

        December 2010

    • AU-B.2 AU-B.2 Licensees and Approved Person

      • AU-B.2.1

        Various requirements in Chapters AU-2 to AU-4 inclusive also apply to persons once they have been authorised by the CBB (whether as licensees or approved person).

        December 2010

      • AU-B.2.2

        Chapter AU-2 applies to representative office licensees (not just applicants), since licensing conditions have to be met on a continuous basis by licensees. Similarly, Chapter AU-3 applies to the approved person on a continuous basis; it also applies to representative office licensees seeking an approved person authorisation. Chapter AU-4 contains requirements applicable to licensees, with respect to their permitted activities, as well as to licensees and approved person, with respect to the amendment or cancellation of their authorised status. Finally, Section AU-5.2 imposes annual fees on licensees.

        December 2010