Regulations & Licensing Framework
This page provides a curated collection of laws and regulatory documents that govern the Kiribati International Financial Authority (KIFA), its licensing framework, and the permitted use of such licenses in regulated activities.
Important notice
The Kiribati International Financial Authority (KIFA) does not assess, review, or process
applications for (i) licensing requests or (ii) Authorized Agent status. For both matters, applicants must
contact and proceed exclusively through the Key Partners designated for these services.
Use the documents below to review licensing requirements, compliance obligations, and the regulatory scope applicable to non-resident operators, financial services providers, and related entities.
Licensing Laws & Core Rules
Primary legislation and mandatory compliance rules supporting the licensing framework.
Application Forms & Ongoing Filings
Download official forms for applications, annual returns, director changes, registered address changes, and capital updates.
Notice: The Kiribati International Financial Authority (KIFA) does not assess,
review, or process applications. All requests and filings must be submitted exclusively through
Authorized agents designated for these services.
Note: capital and documentary requirements for digital asset activities may vary by business model, scale and risk profile; final requirements are determined by KIFA during review.
The Kiribati International Financial Authority (KIFA) does not assess,
review, or process applications for (i) licensing requests or (ii) Authorized Agent status.
For both matters, applicants must contact and proceed exclusively through the
Authorized agents designated for these services.