Determining the correct regulatory framework is one of the most critical steps for any business operating within the payments and financial services sector.
MK Legal Consultancy supports clients in identifying the appropriate licenses, regulatory obligations, and structural requirements aligned to their specific business model.
Many businesses enter the market with an incomplete or incorrect understanding of regulatory requirements.
This often results in:
In the payments space, distinctions between roles and license categories such as different FSP classifications or payment facilitation structures are often misunderstood.
We work with clients to assess their business model and provide clear, structured guidance on regulatory positioning.
This includes:
Our approach ensures that clients engage with regulators from an informed and well-prepared position.
As part of our engagement, clients receive:


Following the assessment, we support clients through the full licensing process, including:
This ensures continuity from initial strategy through to successful licensing.
We bring a practical and implementation-focused approach to regulatory advisory.
Our work is grounded in: