Diligex has teamed up with the MFSA to complement its outreach in relation to the CSP Framework updates that came into effect as of 16th May 2025 with a transitory period until 16th July 2025.
An in-person information outreach session including a Q&A session with Ms Alison Cortis (MFSA Head of CSP Supervision) is being held on 26th June 2025 at 08:30hrs. Further details shall be provided.
You are encouraged to register your interest to this event at your earliest convenience since seats are limited. Your pre-registration does not automatically confirm your registration – subsequent information and details shall be provided in due course.
The amendments to the Company Services Providers Act which where published through Act No. X of 2025 have come into force following the MFSA’s exercise throughout 2024 to identify areas whereby further proportionality could be introduced whilst ensuring continuous adherence to Malta’s international commitments. Through a circular issued on 19th May 2025, the MFSA explained that key changes made to the Act affect mainly individuals providing the services of a director or company secretary or holding a similar position in other legal entities to various extents mainly with respect to the number of involvements held. Thus, the changes impact mainly Class B CSPs through the introduction of two concepts namely, Registration and Notification. However other classes, namely such as Class C, are encouraged to update themselves with the changes should they also be involved in the offering of arranging of such services.
Updates have also been undertaken in relation to the Company Service Providers (Fees) Regulations and the Company Service Providers (Exemption) Regulations, whilst the Company Service Providers Rulebook has also been amended to take into account the amendments to the Act. Additionally, a new rulebook for Limited Company Service Providers has also been introduced applicable specifically to this new category of CSPs. The MFSA has also amended the Guidance Note on the Application of the Company Service Providers Act to be aligned with the changes made to the Act. The MFSA also published Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to facilitate further.