This is a three step process (1) The credit union must receive written approval from the host country to establish a branch, (2) The credit union must develop a detailed business plan, and (3) The credit union must submit documentation showing host country approval, state regulatory approval (if applicable), and the business plan to NCUA and receive NCUA approval before establishing the branch office. There are no formal applications to complete.
US Code:
12 USC 1751
Name of Law: Federal Credit Union Act
We have made adjustments to item 13 because we have experienced limited interest among federally insured credit unions in establishing offices overseas at locations that are not military facilities.
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Robert Leonard 703 518-6396
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(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
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