The Luxembourg Branch is a specialised network of e-money issuers and innovative payment service providers, all holding regulatory authorisation in Luxembourg.
The Luxembourg Branch meaningfully engages with key local regulatory bodies such as the CSSF, CRF, and the Ministry of Finance. Members have the opportunity to actively participate in policy development impacting the e-money and payments sector, ensuring their interests are represented in critical discussions.
The Branch meets quarterly and focuses on emerging European legislation, including PSD3/PSR, Instant Payments, the AML Package, MiCAR, FIDA, and CBDCs, providing members with insights and advocacy support to navigate these evolving regulatory landscapes effectively.
EMA Luxembourg 2024 – planned events
| Event | Agenda theme | Time and venue |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 Members meeting 29 February 2024 | PSD3 and the PSR: Key regulatory developments at European level | 12.30pm – 2.30pm CET 13 Avenue de la Liberté, Luxembourg, L-1931 |
| Q2 Members meeting 23 May 2024 | AML Package: Implementing the AML Regulations in the e-money and payments business | 12.30pm – 2.30pm CET 13 Avenue de la Liberté, Luxembourg, L-1931 |
| Q3 Members meeting 17 October 2024 | Financial Data Access Framework (FIDA): Exploring opportunities for EMIs | 12.30pm – 2.30pm CET 13 Avenue de la Liberté, Luxembourg, L-1931 |
Rescheduled to February 2025 | Digital Operational Resilience (DORA): Compliant for January 2025 | 12.30pm – 2.30pm CET 13 Avenue de la Liberté, Luxembourg, L-1931 |
Benefits of joining the EMA
The EMA helps its members influence regulatory developments, navigate compliance obligations and develop common practices. Members share knowledge and know-how in operational matters, enabling better risk management, more effective deterrence and prevention of financial crime, and a responsible approach to customer service.
Participation in all EMA member meetings, encompassing branch, working group, subcommittee meetings, and a variety of training sessions
Direct interaction with European and UK regulators, offering opportunities to influence policy
Weekly regulatory updates on EU, global, and local developments impacting the e-money and payments sector
Access to a comprehensive repository of regulatory briefings, comparison tables, and other compliance resources
Consultation with experts possessing over 20 years of experience in e-money and payments regulation, including former regulators
Previous EMA Luxembourg meetings
- 23 May 2024 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 29 February 2024 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 29 November 2023 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 27 September 2023 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 26 July 2023 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 31 May 2023 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 13 June 2022 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 23 February 2022 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 30 September 2021 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 21 June 2021 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 6 May 2021 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 15 December 2020 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 23 July 2020 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 26 February 2020 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 1 October 2019 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 28 March 2019 EMA Luxembourg :Agenda
- 19 November 2018 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 24 July 2018 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
- 26 March 2018 EMA Luxembourg: Agenda
For more information on the EMA Luxembourg chapter contact luxembourg@e-ma.org
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