MSP/MSB Compliance and Licensing in Germany
ABM Global Compliance provides complete MSP/MSB compliance services for money services businesses in Germany. From payment licence applications with BaFin and AML/CFT frameworks under GwG to ongoing regulatory support, we keep your business licensed, compliant, and growing.
German MSB Compliance Handled Properly
Operating a money services business in Germany means satisfying BaFin at every stage. Licensing under PSD2, AML/CFT compliance under the German AML Act (GwG), transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting all carry detailed national expectations. Firms that treat these obligations casually face delayed authorisations, supervisory findings, and in serious cases enforcement action that damages their reputation with banks and partners.
That is where ABM Global Compliance comes in. We combine former regulators and senior compliance professionals who understand both German requirements and the wider EU framework. From your first conversation with BaFin to ongoing supervision, we prepare applications, frameworks, and reports that regulators accept, so your team can focus on running and growing the business.
Our MSB Services Across Germany
Every money services business in Germany faces its own regulatory challenges, so our MSB compliance services cover the complete journey. From your first BaFin application through to ongoing supervision, our specialists deliver practical, regulator-ready support at every stage of your growth.
Licence Applications & Regulatory Authorisations
Complete preparation and management of your MSB and payment licence applications with BaFin.
Ongoing Compliance Support
Continuous regulatory oversight, compliance monitoring, and expert practical guidance as your German obligations evolve.
Regulatory Reporting
Reporting frameworks that keep your business accurate, timely, and aligned with BaFin expectations.
Policy & Procedure Updates
Compliance policies and procedures kept current with GwG and changing German regulatory requirements.
AML/CFT Training & Awareness
Role-specific AML/CFT training that satisfies regulatory expectations and genuinely changes daily staff behaviour.
Financial Crime Compliance
KYC, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening frameworks that detect and prevent financial crime.
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Why MSBs in Germany Choose ABM
Regulator Knowledge
Real authorisation experience with BaFin and payment licence applications across EU markets.
One Partner Everywhere
One compliance partner in Germany and every other EU member state as you grow.
Honest Advice
Regulator-ready policies, reports, and frameworks built for daily operations, not just paperwork.
Sectors We Serve in Germany
Our MSB compliance services support money remitters, currency exchange providers, payment service providers, and fintech platforms across Germany. Whether you are preparing your first BaFin application or managing multi-country obligations, our specialists scale support to your business.
Compliance advisory, regulatory reporting, and financial crime frameworks for banks and credit institutions.
MiFID II, market abuse, and transaction reporting support for capital markets participants.
Authorisation, governance, and ongoing compliance support built around your investment firm obligations.
Practical compliance frameworks for asset managers, AIFMs, and UCITS management companies alike.
Licensing, safeguarding, and operational compliance support for payment institutions across EU markets.
EMI authorisation, safeguarding arrangements, and ongoing regulatory reporting support across the EU.
Regulatory guidance that keeps innovative business models compliant from launch through scale.
MiCA, DORA, and digital asset compliance for Europe’s next generation of finance.
Trusted and Loved by Our Clients Across the Europe
Businesses across Europe trust ABM to guide their licensing, strengthen their frameworks, and keep their compliance on track. Here is what founders, compliance officers, and executives say about working with our team.
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German MSB Compliance FAQs
Do MSBs need a licence in Germany?
Yes. Most money services activities in Germany require authorisation or registration with BaFin under PSD2, plus AML/CFT compliance under GwG. We identify exactly what your model needs.
How long does German MSB licensing take?
Timelines with BaFin vary by licence type, typically between three and twelve months. Well-prepared applications that anticipate regulator questions consistently move faster through the process.
What AML rules apply in Germany?
MSBs must comply with the German AML Act (GwG), covering customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, appointed compliance officers, and regular staff training, alongside wider EU AML requirements.
Can a German licence be passported?
Yes. A payment institution authorised in Germany can passport its services across the EU. We advise on structuring and manage the passporting notifications with BaFin.
Do you support businesses after licensing?
Absolutely. Most German clients stay with us for ongoing compliance support, regulatory reporting, policy updates, AML audits, and staff training long after their licence is granted.