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How to Obtain a FINMA Licence: Banking, Securities Dealer, and Fintech Authorisation in Switzerland
Obtaining a FINMA licence is the gateway to operating as a bank, securities dealer, fund manager, or fintech firm in Switzerland. The process is rigorous, capital-intensive, and can take 12-18 months for a full banking licence — but the Swiss licence is among the most internationally recognised and commercially valuable regulatory authorisations in global finance.