HCI Group Global (UK) Limited

Reference number: 1037899

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Appointed representative

This firm does not hold FCA authorisation of its own. It acts under a principal firm, which is legally responsible for its regulated business.

Responsible principal firm

Healthcare International Global Network Limited Reference number: 314761 Authorised View firm →
What does this mean?
  • An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct.
  • HCI Group Global (UK) Limited (FRN 1037899) is an AR of Healthcare International Global Network Limited (FRN 314761). When you use HCI Group Global (UK)'s services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm.
  • Example: if you take financial advice from HCI Group Global (UK), complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances.
  • Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
16022408
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
16 October 2024 (1 year old)
Registered office
Wrap, 83 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XE, England
Nature of business
  • Activities of insurance agents and brokers (SIC 66220)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
John Alexander George Carew Pole Director Jul 1975 16 Oct 2024
Ian Mark David Wood Director May 1967 16 Oct 2024
Joseph Frederick Amedeo Tatnell Director Mar 1987 27 Nov 2024

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Protection through the principal firm
    Protection works through Healthcare International Global Network Limited, the principal firm responsible for this firm's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is HCI Group Global (UK) Limited FCA authorised?
HCI Group Global (UK) Limited (FRN 1037899) is not directly authorised. It is an appointed representative acting under the responsibility of a directly authorised principal firm.
What does appointed representative mean for HCI Group Global (UK)?
An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct. HCI Group Global (UK) Limited (FRN 1037899) is an AR of Healthcare International Global Network Limited (FRN 314761). When you use HCI Group Global (UK)'s services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm. Example: if you take financial advice from HCI Group Global (UK), complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances. Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.
Is my money safe with HCI Group Global (UK)?
Protection works through Healthcare International Global Network Limited, the principal firm responsible for HCI Group Global (UK)'s regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.
Is HCI Group Global (UK) a scam or clone?
HCI Group Global (UK) is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is HCI Group Global (UK)'s Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
HCI Group Global (UK)'s FRN is 1037899. You can verify it on the FCA register.