The FCA has published a number of authorisation guides for firms that wish to carry out credit-related activities. The guides are generally entitled “Helping you get Credit Ready” and cover:

• Your application – an overview
• Firm details
• Permission types and fees
• Consumer credit supplement
• Disclosure of significant events
• Systems and controls
• Compliance
• Personnel information
• Owners and influencers
• Supporting documents
• Firm declaration