The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has issued the Corporations (Foreign Licensees and ADIs) Instrument 2026/121, effective March 26, 2026. This instrument, authorised under the Corporations Act 2001, provides regulatory guidance and potentially new requirements for foreign financial institutions, including Authorised Deposit-taking Institutions (ADIs), operating within Australia. The specific details of the regulatory changes for these foreign entities are contained within the instrument itself.

Compliance officers should review this instrument to understand any new obligations or clarifications regarding foreign licensees and ADIs. While the effective date is in the future, it is crucial to assess the impact on any foreign entities the organisation may represent or interact with. No specific compliance deadline is provided beyond the effective date, suggesting that compliance is expected upon the instrument's commencement.