Orvia Underwriting Limited

Reference number: 944662

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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
  • Orvia

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
BR023033
Company status
Open
Company type
UK establishment of an overseas company
Incorporated
1 December 2020 (5 years old)
Registered office
2 Minster Court, London, Mincing Lane, EC3R 7PD

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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

Limits on what they may do

  • May not control or hold client money
    May not control or hold client money.

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.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds 2 earlier registered names for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • PSC (Europe) Limited
  • PSC Insurance (Europe) Limited

Names it no longer trades under

This firm has retired 6 trading names. If you were contacted under one of these, the name did belong to this firm, but check the current details above before going ahead.

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  • Alsford Page & Gems
  • Carrolls
  • Paragon Brokers (Europe)
  • Paragon International Insurance Brokers
  • Staple Hall Underwriting Services
  • Trialselect

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Orvia Underwriting Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Orvia Underwriting Limited (FRN 944662) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Orvia Underwriting?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Orvia Underwriting to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Orvia Underwriting a scam or clone?
Orvia 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 Orvia Underwriting's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Orvia Underwriting's FRN is 944662. You can verify it on the FCA register.