# SEC seeks comment on foreign-private-issuer eligibility

> The SEC issued a concept release examining whether the foreign-private-issuer definition and related accommodations remain appropriate.

- URL: https://riadefi.com/regulation/2025-06-09-sec-foreign-private-issuer-eligibility-concept/
- Posture: Proposal · not in effect
- Authorities: Securities and Exchange Commission
- Event date: 2025-06-09
- Version: 1, published 2026-08-07 (first published 2026-08-07)
- Advisor-relevant: no

This entry records a proposal. It does not change the law unless it is adopted.

## What changed

The SEC issued a concept release examining whether the foreign-private-issuer definition and related accommodations remain appropriate.

## Who it affects

- Foreign issuers, funds, broker-dealers, investment advisers, and investors

## What is still open

- Whether the SEC will propose eligibility or disclosure changes

## What it means for an advisor

- Review exposure to foreign issuers and monitor possible changes to reporting comparability and product diligence.

## Sources

1. [SEC seeks comment on foreign-private-issuer eligibility](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-09/pdf/2025-10428.pdf) · Securities and Exchange Commission · 2025-06-09


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