Creditstar receives FCA approval

20th February 2026

Creditstar Group, a European data-driven fintech, has announced that its UK subsidiary has received approval from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). to operate as a mainstream consumer credit lender in the United Kingdom.

Following FCA approval, Creditstar UK is offering fully digital personal loans of up to £10,000 with repayment terms of up to 60 months.

Aaro Sosaar, Founder and CEO of Creditstar Group, said “Receiving this FCA approval is a major milestone for Creditstar Group. This authorisation allows us to further expand our technology-
enabled lending platform in the UK and bring our disciplined, data-driven approach to one of Europe’s largest consumer credit markets. We see strong long-term potential in the UK and are committed to building a scalable and responsible lending business here.”

Christian Isaksen, Executive Director of Creditstar UK, said “Our FCA approval allows us to offer practical, flexible loans built around customer needs. We focus on delivering a straightforward, transparent experience from application to repayment. With our London office as a growing operational centre and by combining strong regulatory standards with modern fintech infrastructure, we aim to become a trusted long-term lending partner for customers across the UK.”