ESMA updates MiFID II transparency thresholds for 2026
The European Securities and Markets Authority published revised pre- and post-trade transparency calculations affecting investment firms across all 27 Member States.
How to search and verify on the EU registry
Everything you need to confirm a business or individual's regulatory standing — by registration number, name, or QR scan — plus the latest licensing news from the EU and the United States.
Three ways to verify
1
By registration number
The fastest method. Go to Verify a code and enter a number such as EU-FIN-2025-01289 to open the full verification result.
2
By name
On the home page, type all or part of a company or individual name. Partial matches are supported — “Aurora” finds “Aurora Capital Markets SA”.
3
By QR scan
Tap Scan QR with camera on the search panel and point your device at an entity's QR code — you're taken straight to its live verification result.
Understanding the result
✓ Active
Currently authorised and in good standing.
! Suspended
Temporarily restricted pending review.
! Expired
Authorisation lapsed; renewal may be pending.
✕ Liquidation
Entity is in wind-down proceedings.
✕ Revoked
Authorisation withdrawn by the competent authority.
✕ Dissolved
Registration permanently closed.
Getting an official report
📧 By email
From any result, choose Request Certificate Report → Email to receive the official PDF instantly. You can also use Download Report to save or print it yourself.
📮 By physical mail
Prefer a printed copy? Choose Physical mail, enter your name, address and phone, and we'll post a sealed certificate — with a live courier tracking page so you can follow it to your door.
Regulatory news — EU & USA
SEC finalises broker-dealer registration modernisation rule
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted amendments streamlining electronic registration and continuous licence reporting for broker-dealers.
EBA issues guidance on AMLD6 beneficial-ownership verification
New guidelines tighten how obliged entities confirm ultimate beneficial owners under the sixth Anti-Money Laundering Directive.
FinCEN extends beneficial ownership reporting deadlines
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network granted additional time for certain reporting companies under the Corporate Transparency Act.
Commission opens consultation on a single EU business wallet
A proposed digital identity wallet would let companies prove licences and tax registrations across borders instantly.
FINRA enhances BrokerCheck with real-time licence status
The U.S. regulator now surfaces live registration status and disciplinary history through its public lookup service.
EIOPA reviews Solvency II reporting for cross-border insurers
Updated technical standards aim to harmonise supervisory reporting for insurers passporting within the EU.
OCC clarifies fintech charter licensing expectations
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued interpretive guidance on national bank charters for payments firms.
News items are an illustrative regulatory digest for this demonstration deployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is a verification result legally binding?
Results reflect the registry record at the time of the query and are sourced from authorised national competent authorities. For formal certifications, always contact the relevant issuing authority directly.
What does the QR code on a result contain?
It encodes the entity's unique verification URL. Anyone can scan it to confirm authenticity without typing a code.
How long does physical delivery take?
Printed certificates are dispatched by certified mail; typical delivery is 5–7 working days, and you can follow progress on the tracking page generated for your request.
I found an entity falsely claiming to be authorised.
Please report an issue. Our registry team reviews every submission.
Still need help? Ask the EU Registry Assistant — the chat button at the bottom-right answers questions instantly.
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