How do I get a group company approved?

Information on how to apply for approval for another group company including when to submit a full application or when to submit a branch application.

There are two types of application for Lloyd's coverholders; full application and branch application.

The branch application process is used where the applicant has another office of the same legal entity which has already received approval as a Lloyd's coverholder. 

A branch application can only be submitted where the legal entity is identical to an existing approved coverholder. This does not include subsidiary companies and or/sister companies within the same group.

If the application is for an entity in the same group but with a different legal name, a full application must be submitted. 

The coverholder application process

Enquiries

Delegated Authorities Team
General help: +44 (0)20 7327 6275
Systems help: +44 (0)20 7327 6276

Fax: +44 (0)20 7327 6688
Email: coverholders@lloyds.com