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Reverse Solicitation

Definition

Reverse solicitation occurs when a client initiates contact with a financial service provider for a specific service, without any prior marketing or active promotion from the provider in that jurisdiction. This concept is crucial in international financial regulation, as it can exempt a firm from licensing requirements in a country where it does not actively market its services. It places the onus of initiation squarely on the client, rather than the firm. This principle helps define jurisdictional boundaries for regulatory oversight.