Repeal of RFMCs and Transition to CMS license

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has proposed to repeal RFMCs (Registered Fund Management Companies) and transition to CMS (Capital Markets Services) licenses as part of regulatory changes in the financial sector. The transition aimed to streamline regulatory processes, enhance market supervision, and promote greater efficiency and effectiveness in overseeing fund management activities in Singapore’s capital markets.

Aspect	Description
Application Requirement	Use prescribed form 1AR (Annex 1 of the Consultation paper)
Eligibility for CMS License	Must actively engage in FM activities six months preceding the application & submit the form within the timeline
MAS Response Time	Within a month of submission.
Transition of Representatives	Exempt representatives of RFMCs transition to appointed representatives under the CMS regime
Regulatory Review	MAS will review known regulatory concerns or issues regarding the fitness and propriety of the RFMC, its directors, shareholders, or staff.
Application Fee Waiver	Waived application fees and fees for notification of existing representatives Upon licensing, pro-rated CMS annual corporate license fee & representative fees will apply.
Continued Restrictions	Transitioning RFMCs to A/I LFMCs subject to S$250 million asset management cap Require MAS review for higher limits Maintain risk-based capital, Ensuring financial resources do not fall below 120% of the total risk requirement
Number of investors	There will be no cap on the number of investors or funds managed
Reporting Requirements	Transitioned A/I LFMCs comply with reporting requirements & seek MAS’s prior approval for significant changes like shareholders and key appointment holders & new representative appointments.
Professional Compliance Requirements	A/I LFMCs familiarize themselves with regulatory requirements & seek professional compliance service providers if needed. Also, refer to the Compliance Toolkit of LFMCs for guidance.

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