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Securities Business License in Laos
Who needs it, the listed documents and fees, processing time and legal basis, from the Lao government’s license inventory.
QUICK ANSWER
Securities businesses in Laos are licensed by the Lao Securities Commission Office under the amended Securities Law No. 34/NA and Decision No. 30/LSC of 2022. The record, updated in May 2024, lists a 45-day review and no listed application fee. Documents include a financial statement, partnership agreement, company regulations and business plan.
At a Glance
ISSUING AUTHORITY
Lao Securities Commission Office
TYPE
License
LISTED REVIEW TIME
45 days
LISTED VALIDITY
No expiry listed
LISTED FIRST-ISSUE FEE
None listed
LISTED RENEWAL FEE
None listed
SOURCE LAST UPDATED
2 May 2024
Who Needs This
Businesses that intend to conduct securities business.
Documents to Prepare
The government record lists the following for a first application:
- Application Form
- Financial Statement
- Partnership Agreement
- Company's Regulations
- Business Plan
The authority may ask for more, and foreign documents may need translation or notarization.
Fees and Timing
| Service (kip) | Certificate (kip) | Application (kip) | Total (kip) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First issue | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Legal Basis
| Instrument | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Securities Law (Amendment) | 34/NA | 3 Dec 2019 |
| Decision on Securities Exchange Management (Amendment) | 30/LSC | 29 Mar 2022 |
AQQOUNT Guidance
Related inventory records cover securities companies, fund managers, custodians and individual professionals. Identify the exact activity before you apply.
The source was last updated on 2 May 2024. Confirm the current position with the authority before filing.
See all Finance & Insurance licenses, or open the official record: License to Conduct Securities Business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who issues the Securities Business License in Laos?
The government inventory names the Lao Securities Commission Office as the responsible authority.
How long does it take to get a Securities Business License in Laos?
The record lists 45 days. Actual timing depends on complete documents and any other approvals.
How much does a Securities Business License cost in Laos?
The record does not give one fixed total. Confirm the current amount with the authority.
How long is a Securities Business License valid?
The record does not list an expiry date.
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