LICENCE AT A GLANCE

Company NameFlip Trade Group Ltd
Licence TypeGlobal Business Licence
Licence NumberGB26205911
Licence CodeFS-4.1 — Investment Dealer (Full Service Dealer, excl. Underwriting)
Issuing AuthorityFinancial Services Commission, Republic of Mauritius
Signed ByJayshree Guness — on behalf of the Chief Executive, FSC Mauritius
Date of Issue6th March 2026
Registered OfficeFSC House, 54 Cybercity, Ebene, Republic of Mauritius

We have a milestone to celebrate. On 6 March 2026, FlipTrade Group Ltd is officially granted a Global Business Licence (Licence No. GB26205911) by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius — one of Africa’s most respected and internationally recognised financial regulators. This is not simply a document. It is a public commitment to our traders, partners, and the broader financial community that we operate under transparent, enforceable, and internationally accepted regulatory standards.

What Is the FSC Mauritius, and Why Does It Matter?

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius is the independent regulatory authority overseeing financial services and global business in the Republic of Mauritius. Established under the Financial Services Act 2007, the FSC administers over a dozen pieces of legislation and aligns its framework with international standards set by IOSCO, FATF, and other global bodies.

Mauritius has built a robust regulatory ecosystem over the past three decades, positioning itself as a reputable global financial centre. A licence from the FSC is not issued lightly — the application process involves thorough due diligence on the company’s directors, shareholders, business model, anti-money laundering controls, and corporate governance framework.

For traders, partnering with an FSC-regulated broker means your funds are handled by a company that is held accountable to an external government authority — not just internal policy.

What This Licence Means for You as a Trader

Our FSC Global Business Licence places specific, enforceable obligations on FlipTrade Group. Here is what each one means for you:

1. Regulatory Oversight FlipTrade Group is subject to supervision and inspection by the FSC, providing an independent layer of accountability and client protection.

2. AML Compliance We are mandated by law to maintain, enforce, and annually reassess a comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing framework.

3. Corporate Governance Our board is required to establish appropriate governance structures for long-term sustainability — not just short-term profit.

4. Transparent Outsourcing Any delegation of functions is governed by formal agreements, with all records available for FSC inspection at any time.

5. Material Change Notification We are legally obligated to notify the FSC of any material change to our business — clients are never surprised by undisclosed operational shifts.

6. Accountable Management FlipTrade Group maintains a qualified Management Company Secretary at all times, ensuring proper corporate administration.

“Receiving this licence is proof that FlipTrade Group meets the standards a sovereign financial regulator demands. It means your broker is answerable to someone beyond themselves.”— FlipTrade Group, Compliance & Legal Division

The Regulatory Conditions We Are Held To

Transparency matters. Rather than simply announcing the licence, we want our traders to understand the precise obligations it places on FlipTrade Group. The FSC licence conditions require us to:

  1. Conduct business as an Investment Dealer — authorising us to provide comprehensive trading services across financial instruments covered under the Securities Act 2005.
  2. Only conduct permissible business — ensuring our global operations remain legally sound in Mauritius and every jurisdiction where we operate.
  3. Notify the FSC of any material change — to our business purpose or operating model — keeping clients and regulators fully informed at all times.
  4. Adopt, enforce, and annually reassess our AML & CTF framework — one of the most important protections for the integrity of the global financial system.
  5. Establish appropriate corporate governance structures — reviewed regularly by the Board of Directors, ensuring long-term sustainability over short-term profit.
  6. Manage all outsourcing and delegation arrangements responsibly — with books and records accessible to the FSC at all times, regardless of where functions are performed.
  7. Maintain a qualified Management Company Secretary at all times — ensuring proper corporate administration and operational regulatory compliance.

Why Regulation Is the Foundation of Real Trust

The online trading industry is vast — and unfortunately, not every broker operates under external oversight. Unregulated brokers may promise attractive spreads or high leverage, but without an independent regulatory body enforcing standards, traders have limited recourse if something goes wrong.

At FlipTrade Group, we have always believed that genuine trust is earned through accountability — not just marketing. Our FSC Global Business Licence is evidence of that belief made concrete. We submitted to an independent evaluation. We passed. And we now operate under a framework that requires us to remain compliant, transparent, and accountable — or face regulatory consequences.

Combined with our existing Saint Lucia registration (No. 2025-00621) and headquarters in Tbilisi, Georgia, FlipTrade Group operates with a multi-jurisdictional structure designed for reliability, security, and long-term institutional trust. That is the kind of broker you deserve.

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