Optio Underwriting Ltd

Reference number: 954101

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

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Also trades as
  • Custodian
  • Gardian Marine

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
09524616
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
2 April 2015 (11 years old)
Registered office
10th Floor, 1 Minster Court, Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7AA, England
Nature of business
  • Non-life insurance (SIC 65120)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Matthew Kailey Fosh Director Sep 1957 1 Aug 2022
Mark Stephen Mugge Director Oct 1969 10 Nov 2023
Deepak Soni Director Jun 1980 28 Oct 2024
Insiyah Davenport Director Nov 1975 21 Nov 2024
Gary John Head Director Jun 1967 3 Mar 2025
CALLIDUS SECRETARIES LIMITED Corporate secretary Not published 1 Jul 2024

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Give regulated advice FSCS may apply
    A claim for unsuitable advice is itself FSCS-protected, up to the limit that applies to the product you were advised on.
  • Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

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.

Names it no longer trades under

This firm has retired one trading name. If you were contacted under one of these, the name did belong to this firm, but check the current details above before going ahead.

Show the retired name
  • Cove Program Underwriting

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Optio Underwriting Ltd FCA authorised?
Yes, Optio Underwriting Ltd (FRN 954101) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Optio Underwriting?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Optio Underwriting to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Optio Underwriting a scam or clone?
Optio Underwriting 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 Optio Underwriting's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Optio Underwriting's FRN is 954101. You can verify it on the FCA register.