Investor Eligibility Confirmation

Please carefully review and confirm the following requirements to certify your eligibility as an investor in accordance with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulations under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA).

This certification is essential for both your protection and the protection of the entrepreneurs with whom you may engage. By certifying, you confirm that you meet at least one of the criteria outlined below and are eligible to receive business plans and make investment decisions as an angel investor.

Investor Eligibility Requirements

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Regulatory Framework

Angel investing in the UK is subject to a regulatory framework that ensures both investors and entrepreneurs are protected. As an investor, before receiving business plans or considering investment opportunities, you must confirm that you are certified as either a High Net Worth Individual or a Sophisticated Investor, as defined by the FCA.

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High Net Worth Individual Certification

To qualify as a High Net Worth Individual under the FCA Financial Promotions Order, you confirm that you meet one of the following criteria:

  • You have an annual income exceeding £100,000.

  • You have net assets exceeding £250,000, excluding the value of your primary residence and pension funds.

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Sophisticated Investor Certification

Alternatively, to qualify as a Sophisticated Investor, you confirm that you meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • You have been a director of a company with an annual turnover of at least £1 million in the past two years.

  • You have been a member of an investing network or syndicate for at least six months.

  • You have made two or more investments in unlisted companies within the last two years.

  • You have worked in a professional capacity in the private equity sector or in financing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the past two years.

Acknowledgment and Certification

By checking the box below, you confirm that:

  1. You have reviewed and understood the eligibility requirements above.

  2. You meet the qualifications as either a High Net Worth Individual or a Sophisticated Investor.

  3. You understand that this self-certification is required to proceed with receiving business plans and making investment decisions as an angel investor.

Please Note: By certifying, you acknowledge that this self-assessment is a prerequisite for access to investment opportunities and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult a professional advisor if you have any questions about your investor status.