Authorisation Support for E-Money & Payment Services Businesses
At ABM Global Compliance, we support firms throughout the authorisation journey. From initial regulatory assessment and application preparation to regulatory engagement and readiness for ongoing compliance. Our practical, risk-based approach supports sustainable growth. This supports long-term regulatory confidence across the organisation.
Building Regulatory Readiness for Central Bank of Ireland Authorisation
Businesses seeking to provide regulated electronic money or payment services in Ireland need to determine the appropriate regulatory route and demonstrate that their business model, governance, financial resources, compliance arrangements and internal controls meet applicable requirements. The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) is responsible for the authorisation and supervision of Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) and Payment Institutions (PIs) in Ireland.
A successful regulatory journey begins with a clear business model, appropriate governance and a compliance framework capable of supporting sustainable regulated operations. At ABM Global Compliance, we support firms throughout the authorisation journey. Our practical, risk-based approach supports sustainable growth. This supports long-term regulatory confidence across the organisation. We help businesses navigate these requirements with confidence.
Our Licensing & Regulatory Authorisation Services in Ireland
A firm may require authorisation as an Electronic Money Institution or Payment Institution, depending on whether its business involves issuing electronic money, providing regulated payment services, or a combination of relevant activities.
EMI Licence Application Support
Develop and review the regulatory documentation and compliance frameworks supporting their application.
Payment Institution Authorisations
Businesses intending to provide regulated payment services may require authorisation as a Payment Institution.
Regulatory Registration & Notifications
Identify relevant requirements and prepare appropriate documentation to support regulatory notifications and ongoing compliance.
Cross-Border Passporting & Regulatory Advisory
Understand cross-border regulatory requirements, and the compliance implications of entering additional European markets.
Governance & Operational Resilience
Governance & Operational Resilience covering management oversight, risk ownership, and internal control structures.
Preparing for Regulatory Engagement
The authorisation process can involve regulatory questions, requests for clarification and further supporting information.
Ready to Strengthen Your Compliance?
Why Choose ABM in Ireland
Ireland & EU Regulatory Knowledge
We support firms navigating Irish authorisation requirements within the wider European payments framework.
EMI & Payment Services Expertise
Our advisory approach is tailored to electronic money and regulated payment business models.
End-to-End Authorisation Readiness
We connect business planning with governance, safeguarding, AML/CFT, risk management and regulatory documentation.
Prepare for EMI or Payment Institution Authorisation in Ireland
A successful regulatory journey begins with a clear business model, appropriate governance and a compliance framework capable of supporting sustainable regulated operations. Our practical, risk-based approach supports sustainable growth. This supports long-term regulatory confidence across the organisation. We help businesses navigate these requirements with confidence.
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.
Years Of Expertise
Trusted Expert Guidance, Just One Message Away
Tell us about your business and regulatory needs. One of our compliance specialists will respond within one working day with clear, practical next steps.
- Unit 6, Trinity Court, Fonthill Business Park, Clondalkin, Dublin 22, D22 YE30, Ireland
Book Your Consultation
A confidential conversation about your licensing plans, compliance challenges, or regulatory questions, with no obligation attached.
Your Questions Answered
What does the Central Bank of Ireland expect from applicants?
Substance over paperwork: credible governance with fit-and-proper leadership, a realistic business plan, effective AML/CFT arrangements, adequate capital, and genuine operational readiness before submission.
How long does authorisation usually take?
Several months to a year depending on licence type, plus preparation time. Complete, well-evidenced applications move through regulatory review considerably faster than incomplete ones.
Can you prepare the application for us?
We prepare it with you. Our specialists draft the documentation and build the frameworks behind it, while your leadership owns the business plan and regulatory relationship.
What happens after the licence is granted?
Supervision begins. Governance, reporting, AML/CFT, and notification obligations apply from day one, so we help newly authorised firms move into sustainable ongoing compliance.
Do you support passporting into other countries?
Yes. Irish authorisation can generally be passported across the EU through host-state notifications, and we support the process including the obligations that remain local.