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Licensing Granted
Licensing Granted marks the successful completion of the regulatory approval process. A granted license is a major milestone, allowing a firm to legally operate as a VASP and offer services to retail and institutional clients. In the MENA context, this includes Full Operational Licenses from VARA and Financial Services Permissions from ADGM FSRA.
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