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Series 63: Regulation of Broker-Dealers & Agents
Series 63 practice questioneasyCanadian BD Exemption

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a Canadian broker-dealer to rely on the Canadian BD exemption under the Uniform Securities Act?

  1. AThe broker-dealer must be a member of a Canadian SRO or stock exchange.
  2. BThe transaction must be with a Canadian resident temporarily present in the U.S.
  3. CThe broker-dealer must file a consent to service of process with the state Administrator.
  4. DThe broker-dealer must register with the SEC as a foreign broker-dealer.✓ Correct answer
Explanation

Why DThe broker-dealer must register with the SEC as a foreign broker-dealer.

The USA does not require Canadian broker-dealers to register with the SEC, only to file required documents and be in good standing in Canada (§401(b)(2)(B)).

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