Anjouan Offshore Finance Authority

Established in 2001, the Anjouan Offshore Finance Authority (AOFA) proudly serves as the primary regulatory authority for the Financial Sector in Anjouan, Comoros. With an unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and transparency, AOFA diligently upholds its regulatory powers and mandate derived from the Comoros' Constitution of 2001.

AOFA plays a vital role in ensuring a robust and thriving financial ecosystem in Anjouan. Its core objective is to safeguard the interests of all stakeholders, while fostering an environment conducive to sustainable economic growth. Through the comprehensive regulatory framework, it facilitates responsible financial practices, protect against money laundering, and enforce adherence to the Money Laundering Prevention Act (Government Notice 008 of 2005).

Regulatory Framework:

International Business Companies Act 2005

International Business Company Regulations 2005

International Insurance Act 2005

International Bank Regulations 2005

International Banks Act 2005

Offshore Finance Authority Act 2005

Money Laundering (Prevention) Act 2005

Comoros Islands Legal Dispute

The official website of the AOFA serves as a platform to provide valuable information and resources related to the licensing and regulatory services, where investors can find information regarding licenses for Banking, Gaming, Brokerage/FX, Crypto, and Insurance.

To find if a forex broker is licensed by the AOFA, follow the detailed steps below:

1. Go to the register web page through the link: https://anjouanoffshorefinanceauthority.org/anjouan-register/, and then use "Ctrl+F" to search for the company, with the company name, license number, or company number:

2. Locate where your company is and click on the "view" for more details:

3. There will be an image of the certificate written "International Brokerage and Clearing House License", authorizing "to conduct all type of brokerage activities". This means the entity is regulated to offer forex trading brokerage activities.

At the bottom of each company profile & certificate details webpage, a web form is available for investors to lodge a complaint. However, it is crucial to note that the AOFA should only be contacted only if there's a suspicion that an operator is violating their license terms.