Banking Regulations in Gibraltar Tighten Grip on Financial Sector

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The Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA) is responsible for regulating communications on the Rock, ensuring that all telecommunications services comply with EU law. This includes e-business/e-trade, dial-up and ADSL connections, mobile operators providing voice and data services, as well as Voice Over IP (VOIP) services.

Contact Information

• GRA: 2nd floor, Eurotowers 4, 1Europort Road Gibraltar
  • Tel: +350 20074636
  • Fax: +350 20072166
• Telecoms Regulator: Tel: +350 20074636
• Data Protection Commissioner: info@gra.gi

Financial Services Commission (FSC)

The FSC is responsible for regulating the financial services industry in Gibraltar. As a statutory body, it is required to match UK standards where EU legislation applies. The UK conducts regular reviews of the FSC to ensure that these high standards continue to be met.

• Contact Information:
  • Suite 3, Ground Floor, Atlantic Suites, Europort Avenue, Gibraltar
  • Tel: +350 20040283
  • Fax: +350 20040282
  • Enquiries: info@fsc.gi

Financial Services and Directives

As a member of the European Union via the UK, Gibraltar is required to implement directives on financial services and other matters such as money laundering.

Gambling Commissioner

The Gambling Commissioner has been appointed under the provisions of the Gambling Act 2005 to ensure that all gambling operations in Gibraltar conduct their business in accordance with their licenses and maintain a good reputation for the territory. All gambling licences, including telephone and Internet betting, are issued by the Gibraltar Licensing Authority.

• Contact Information:
  • H.M Government of Gibraltar, Europort Suite 603 GX11 1AAGibraltar
  • Tel: +350 20064142
  • Fax: +350 20064150
  • Enquiries: gamblingcommissioner@gibraltar.gov.gi

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