Overview of German Banking Law
German banking law regulates credit institutions, financial services, and payment services, primarily through the Kreditwesengesetz (KWG) and the Zahlungsdiensteaufsichtsgesetz (ZAG). The Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin) serves as the integrated financial regulator.
Key Legislation
For detailed coverage of specific German statutes and regulations in this area, see the German Statutes section.