Most often these are firms that exist in the form of a limited liability partnership or a joint-stock company. The company is registered at the initial stage. Joint-Stock Companies are created by at least 4 individuals, 3 of which are members of the company’s board of directors, and 1 becomes a member of the management board. It is necessary to have at least one founder – an individual or a legal entity.
To obtain a license for a small credit institution, companies must meet the following requirements:
- to form authorized capital – 50 000 euros;
- to hire qualified staff who can provide advice, formalize loan agreements;
- to develop internal control rules;
- to organize an audit of annual reporting;
- to submit a report to the Financial Inspectorate.