Client Onboarding
Begin Your Onboarding
To start your onboarding with Global Investment Strategy UK Ltd (“GIS UK”), you will be asked to create an account and provide information about your financial background and experience.
This initial step allows us to assess your client classification in accordance with Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) requirements.
How We Classify Clients
Clients are typically categorised as either:
- Professional Clients (including elective professional clients)
- Retail Clients (including corporate and individual retail clients)
Your classification will depend on a combination of quantitative and qualitative factors, including:
Quantitative Considerations
- Size and value of your investment portfolio
- Frequency and volume of trading activity
- Financial resources and capital position
Qualitative Considerations
- Experience and knowledge of financial markets
- Professional background within financial services
- Nature and complexity of anticipated investment activity
Information You May Be Asked to Provide
As part of onboarding, you will typically be required to submit documentation to verify:
- Identity and address (for individuals and key stakeholders)
- Corporate structure (for entities, including ownership and control)
- Financial position (e.g. bank statements, financial accounts, portfolio holdings)
- Trading experience and activity
- Source of wealth and origin of funds
- Professional experience and background
Additional documentation may be requested depending on your client type and regulatory classification.
What to Expect
- All documents are uploaded securely through the onboarding portal
- Each application is reviewed in line with regulatory obligations
- Final client classification is determined by GIS UK following assessment
Continue to Signup
When you are ready, proceed to create your account and begin the onboarding process.