About GetLegal
We help founders, fintech companies, crypto platforms, and global entrepreneurs build legally compliant businesses across borders — from company formation to complex financial licensing. GetLegal exists to solve a simple but painful problem: regulation is complicated, fragmented, and expensive to get wrong.
Who We Are
GetLegal is an international legal and regulatory consultancy focused on company formation, financial licensing, and regulatory compliance for high-growth industries — including fintech, crypto, payments, forex, and online gaming.
We operate at the intersection of law, finance, and technology. Our clients range from early-stage startups launching their first payment product to multinational operators restructuring regulated entities across multiple jurisdictions.
Instead of selling templates or vague advice, we deliver execution: filings, regulator communication, compliance frameworks, and operational readiness.
What Makes GetLegal Different
Regulatory-first approach
We start with the regulator’s expectations, not marketing promises. Every structure we design is built to survive audits, licensing reviews, and banking due diligence.
Execution, not theory
Our team prepares the actual applications, policies, corporate documents, and compliance frameworks used in real submissions.
Banking connectivity
We work closely with banks, EMIs, and payment institutions to bridge the gap between licensing approval and operational banking.
Multi-jurisdiction capability
From Africa to the EU, UK, UAE, and offshore jurisdictions — we manage complex cross-border regulatory strategies.
Founder-friendly communication
No legal jargon overload. We explain risks, timelines, and options clearly so you can make informed decisions.
Long-term partnership
Most clients continue with us for ongoing compliance, reporting, license extensions, and new market entry.
What We Do
Company Formation & Structuring
Jurisdiction analysis, corporate structuring, shareholder setup, beneficial ownership planning, and full incorporation services.
Financial & FinTech Licensing
PSP, EMI, banking, forex brokerage, investment management, crypto VASP, and gaming licenses across multiple jurisdictions.
Crypto & Web3 Legal Infrastructure
Exchange licensing, token legal opinions, MiCA compliance, AML frameworks, custody structuring, and regulatory mapping.
Bank Account & Payment Rails Setup
Corporate bank accounts, EMI onboarding, safeguarding accounts, and settlement infrastructure for regulated businesses.
Ongoing Compliance & Reporting
Regulatory reporting, AML audits, policy updates, transaction monitoring design, and regulator correspondence.
Market Entry Strategy
Choosing the right jurisdiction, license type, cost structure, and operational model before investing heavily.
Who We Work With
- • Fintech startups launching payment apps and wallets
- • Crypto exchanges and Web3 platforms
- • Forex and CFD brokers
- • Online casinos and betting platforms
- • Remittance companies
- • Venture-backed technology companies
- • Traditional businesses expanding into regulated services
Our Values
Accuracy
Regulatory mistakes are expensive. We obsess over details.
Transparency
Clear timelines, real costs, honest feasibility.
Accountability
We own outcomes, not excuses.
Practicality
Solutions that work in the real world — with banks and regulators.
Let’s build your regulated business properly
Whether you are launching a fintech startup, expanding internationally, or navigating complex licensing — we can help you structure it correctly from day one.