This company is particularly valuable for businesses targeting North American coverage without starting from scratch in each jurisdiction.
Key Selling Points
- Dual jurisdiction coverage (USA + Canada)
- Crypto-ready (exchange, brokerage, on/off-ramp models)
- Fast ownership transfer (~5 business days)
- New entity (2025) – clean operational history, low DD needed
- Regulatory validity secured through 2028
- Cross-border scalability from day one
Core Capabilities
This MSB registration enables a broad range of regulated financial activities:
- Foreign exchange services
- Money transmission
- Issuance and redemption of money orders
- Virtual currency operations (crypto exchange functionality)
- Payment service provider (PSP) activities
- Cheque cashing services
Selling Points
- US-based entity with active MSB registration
- Crypto-ready structure, suitable for exchange or brokerage models
- Fast ownership transfer – completed within ~5 business days
- No legacy liabilities (newly incorporated 2025 entity)
- Regulatory coverage through 2028
Included in the Sale
- Documentation supporting FinCEN and FINTRAC registrations
- Full AML/CFT compliance framework (policies, procedures, documentation)
- Assistance with ownership and director changes
- Operational readiness for onboarding clients
Additional Support (Optional)
We provide post-sale support to accelerate your go-to-market:
- Banking / EMI introductions based on your transaction profile
- AML staffing support (compliance officers, MLRO roles)
- Nominee director services
- Compliance and operational software setup
- Support for Money Transmitter License (MTL) applications (available for an additional fee)
Ideal Buyer Profile
This opportunity is particularly suited for:
- Crypto exchanges entering the US market
- Payment service providers (PSPs)
- Remittance and FX businesses
- Fintech startups seeking a fast regulatory entry point
- Web3 companies expanding into fiat on/off-ramps
Transaction Process
- Initial inquiry and qualification
- NDA + documentation review
- Agreement on terms
- Ownership transfer (approx. 5 business days)
- Optional onboarding support
Why This Matters
Obtaining MSB registration in one jurisdiction is straightforward. Doing so in two regulated markets with aligned compliance frameworks is significantly more time-consuming.
What is an FSMB in Canada
A Foreign Money Service Business (FMSB) in Canada is an overseas company that does not have a physical place of business in Canada and provides financial services such as foreign exchange, money transfer, or crypto trading to customers in Canada.