Technical specifications on SNCU calculation criteria
Summary
EIOPA published technical specifications (EIOPA-BoS-26-102) to guide the identification of Small and Non-Complex Undertakings (SNCUs) and Groups (SNCGs) under the revised Solvency II proportionality framework. The document specifies which Quantitative Reporting Template (QRT) data points supervisory authorities and (re)insurers must use for SNCU/SNCG classification. These specifications aim to ensure convergent application of the new proportionality rules across all EU Member States upon the amended Solvency II Directive entering into application.
What changed
EIOPA has published final technical specifications providing convergent methodology for identifying Small and Non-Complex Undertakings (SNCUs) and Groups (SNCGs) under the revised Solvency II Directive proportionality framework. The specifications clarify which data points from Quantitative Reporting Templates (QRTs) should be used by (re)insurers and supervisory authorities when determining whether an undertaking or group qualifies as an SNCU/SNCG. The specifications take effect from the entry into application date of the amended Solvency II Directive.
(Re)insurance undertakings classified as SNCUs or SNCGs may benefit from reduced reporting, disclosure, and proportionality measures under the new framework. Insurers and reinsurers should review the technical specifications to determine their classification status and ensure their QRT data submissions support accurate SNCU/SNCG identification. Smaller undertakings should reassess their eligibility for proportionality treatment, while supervisory authorities across Member States must apply these convergent criteria uniformly.
What to do next
- Download EIOPA-BoS-26-102 and review which QRT data points apply to SNCU/SNCG identification
- Assess whether your undertaking or group qualifies as an SNCU/SNCG under the new technical specifications
- Update QRT reporting processes and internal controls to align with the convergent SNCU identification methodology
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Publication date 7 April 2026
Description
The recent review of the Solvency II Directive introduces a new proportionality framework to improve the effective application of the proportionality principle in the prudential framework for European (re)insurers.
A key feature of this framework is the new category of Small and Non-Complex Undertakings (SNCUs) and Groups (SNCGs).
The technical specifications provide clarifications to undertakings and supervisory authorities on which data points in the relevant Quantitative Reporting Templates (QRTs) should be used to identify SNC undertakings and groups. The overarching objective of this document is to ensure a convergent implementation of the new framework across Member States from the date of entry into application of the amended Solvency II Directive.
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- 7 APRIL 2026 EIOPA-BoS-26-102 - Technical specifications on SNCU.pdf English (908.03 KB - PDF) Download Share this page
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