Guidance · ASIC · 8 Jan 2026 · RG-183

RG 183 Codes of conduct for the financial services and credit sectors

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission issued Regulatory Guide 183 to provide guidance on the approval of codes of conduct for the financial services and credit sectors. The document outlines the requirements for applicants seeking ASIC approval under the Corporations Act and National Credit Act, as well as the obligations for persons responsible for preparing and maintaining these codes. It further explains ASIC's role in the content and enforcement of codes to ensure compliance and protect consumers.

AustraliaAustralian Securities and Investments Commission

Issued 2 December 2025

This guide is for:

applicants seeking ASIC approval of a financial services or credit sector code of conduct (code) under s1101A of the Corporations Act or s238A of the National Credit Act

persons who are responsible for preparing, maintaining and ensuring compliance with these codes

persons who are subscribers to codes or otherwise bound by codes, and

consumers and other persons who benefit from codes.

It gives guidance on ASIC’s approach to approving codes, including how to obtain and retain approval. It also explains our role in the content and enforcement of codes.

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