DIMS

You are providing DIMS when an investor gives you the authority to make decisions about buying and selling financial products on their behalf.

Under the FMC Act you need a licence to provide discretionary investment management services (DIMS).

Exemptions are available.

If you are unclear about whether you are providing DIMS, check our FAQs

This table lists some examples of DIMS licence exemptions. See our current exemption pages for a full list of DIMS exemption notices.

Exemption

When

AFA can provide personalised DIMS under the Financial Advisers Act (FA Act)

When you are authorised by us to do so. Check your obligations

AFA can provide DIMS without a licence or authorisation for a short period of time

When urgent decisions are required, or for a known or specified period. Find out how you can offer DIMS in these situations

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