Your Path to Successful Banking Licensing

Banking License Application

Applying for a banking license is a complex regulatory process that requires comprehensive preparation and expertise. We accompany you from initial conception to successful license approval.

  • Structured preparation and execution of the license application process
  • Comprehensive compliance preparation for all regulatory requirements
  • Professional communication with BaFin and other supervisory authorities
  • Minimization of risks and time delays in the application process

Your strategic success starts here

Our clients trust our expertise in digital transformation, compliance, and risk management

30 Minutes • Non-binding • Immediately available

For optimal preparation of your strategy session:

  • Your strategic goals and objectives
  • Desired business outcomes and ROI
  • Steps already taken

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Banking License Application

Our Strengths

  • In-depth expertise in German and European banking supervisory law
  • Years of experience in successfully supporting licensing procedures
  • Close relationships with supervisory authorities and regulatory experts
  • Comprehensive approach from strategy development to license approval

Expert Tip

Successful banking licensing requires not only meeting formal criteria but also a convincing business strategy and proof of appropriate governance structures. Early and comprehensive preparation is key to success.

ADVISORI in Numbers

11+

Years of Experience

120+

Employees

520+

Projects

Together with you, we develop a tailored licensing strategy aligned with your specific business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Our Approach:

Analysis of your business model and license requirements

Development of licensing strategy and compliance framework

Preparation of application documentation and materials

Submission of application and support throughout the process

Ongoing support until successful license approval

"Through our targeted support in the banking licensing process, we enable smooth and swift license approval. Our structured approach and in-depth expertise ensure that regulatory requirements are efficiently met and potential hurdles are identified and resolved early."
Melanie Düring

Melanie Düring

Head of Risk Management

Our Services

We offer you tailored solutions for your digital transformation

License Strategy and Preparation

We develop a comprehensive strategy for your banking license and prepare all necessary foundations.

  • Analysis of business model and license requirements
  • Development of licensing strategy
  • Gap analysis and compliance roadmap
  • Timeline and milestone planning

Application Support and Supervisory Communication

We accompany you through the entire application process and ensure professional communication with supervisory authorities.

  • Professional application preparation and documentation
  • Direct communication with BaFin and other authorities
  • Processing of inquiries and additional requests
  • Ongoing support until license approval

Our Competencies

Choose the area that fits your requirements

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The AIFMD governs authorisation, risk management, and reporting for alternative investment fund managers across the EU. ADVISORI supports fund managers with BaFin authorisation, depositary appointments, liquidity management, and regulatory reporting — from initial AIFM authorisation to ongoing compliance.

BAIT IT Governance

Modern banking institutions need more than traditional IT compliance approaches – they require strategic BAIT IT Governance frameworks that connect banking supervisory IT requirements with operational excellence, technology innovation, and sustainable business strategy. Successful BAIT IT Governance requires comprehensive system approaches that smoothly integrate IT risk management, technology architecture, governance structures, and regulatory security. We develop comprehensive BAIT IT Governance solutions that not only ensure compliance but also increase IT efficiency, enable innovation, and establish sustainable competitive advantages for banking institutions.

BAIT Information Security

Modern banking institutions need more than traditional IT security approaches – they require strategic BAIT Information Security frameworks that connect banking supervisory security requirements with operational cyber excellence, technology innovation, and sustainable business strategy. Successful BAIT Information Security requires comprehensive system approaches that smoothly integrate cybersecurity governance, information protection, threat management, and regulatory security. We develop comprehensive BAIT Information Security solutions that not only ensure compliance but also strengthen cyber resilience, enable innovation, and establish sustainable competitive advantages for banking institutions.

BAIT Testing Procedures

Modern banking institutions require more than traditional IT testing approaches – they need systematic BAIT Testing Procedures that connect banking supervisory IT requirements with operational test excellence, technology innovation, and sustainable quality assurance. Successful BAIT Testing requires comprehensive validation frameworks that smoothly integrate IT system tests, compliance verification, quality assurance, and regulatory security. We develop comprehensive BAIT Testing solutions that not only ensure compliance but also increase IT test efficiency, enable quality innovation, and establish sustainable test excellence for banking institutions.

BAIT-DORA Convergence

Modern banking institutions face the complex challenge of harmonizing German BAIT requirements with EU-wide DORA regulations while creating operational resilience, compliance efficiency, and strategic competitive advantages. Successful BAIT-DORA convergence requires comprehensive integration approaches that identify regulatory overlaps, utilize synergies, and establish unified governance structures. We develop comprehensive BAIT-DORA convergence solutions that not only ensure dual compliance but also increase operational efficiency, optimize risk management, and establish sustainable resilience frameworks for banking institutions.

Success Stories

Discover how we support companies in their digital transformation

Digitalization in Steel Trading

Steel trading company from Germany

Digital Transformation in Steel Trading

Case Study

Results

Over 2 billion euros in annual revenue through digital channels
More than half of revenue through online channels as a strategic goal
Improved customer satisfaction through automated processes

AI-Powered Manufacturing Optimization

Industrial group from Germany

Smart Manufacturing Solutions for Maximum Value Creation

Case Study

Results

Significant increase in production performance
Reduction of downtime and production costs
Improved sustainability through more efficient resource utilization

AI Automation in Production

Automation specialist from Germany

Intelligent Networking for Future-Proof Production Systems

Case Study

Results

Improved production speed and flexibility
Reduced manufacturing costs through more efficient resource utilization
Increased customer satisfaction through personalized products

Generative AI in Manufacturing

Technology group from Germany

AI Process Optimization for Improved Production Efficiency

Case Study

Results

Reduction of AI application implementation time to just a few weeks
Improvement in product quality through early defect detection
Increased manufacturing efficiency through reduced downtime

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Is your organization ready for the next step into the digital future? Contact us for a personal consultation.

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Our clients trust our expertise in digital transformation, compliance, and risk management

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