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MSB licensing & compliance

If you’re in payments, remittance or fintech, you need a compliance foundation you can defend. We build practical AML/KYC programs and licensing readiness aligned with your target markets.

What an MSB is

An MSB (Money Services Business) covers businesses that handle money movement or value transfer. It can include remittance, payment facilitation, FX, and certain crypto‑adjacent services.

Who we help

  • Payment processors and facilitators
  • Remittance / transfer businesses
  • Fintech and crypto businesses needing AML/KYC foundations

What we deliver

  • AML/KYC program (policies + procedures)
  • Risk assessment and controls
  • Onboarding and monitoring requirements
  • Compliance readiness checklist

Timeline

Depends on jurisdiction and scope. We work deliverables-first so you know what you’re getting and when.

FAQs

Is MSB the same everywhere?
No. Requirements differ by jurisdiction. We start with your target markets.
Do you support money transmitter licensing?
Yes—we can scope pathways based on product flow and markets.
Can you help with bank/PSP conversations?
Yes—documentation and compliance narratives to support those discussions.