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OTCID
The OTCIDTM Basic Market is for companies that publish baseline information, rather than meet the higher qualifications of our premium markets. These companies provide ongoing financial disclosure and a management certification, and verify their company profile for U.S. investors, brokers and regulators.
Companies must meet the OTCID Rules requirements to be eligible for the OTCID Basic Market, including:
Subscribe to the OTCID - Disclosure & News Service
Provide current disclosure via DNS, the SEC’s EDGAR system, or SEDAR
Complete an annual Management Certification or 12g3-2(b) Certification, as applicable (see sample)
Maintain a Company Verified Profile on www.otcmarkets.com via OTCIQ
Provide share data through the Transfer Agent Verified Shares Program (Companies that act as their own transfer agent may submit share data directly to OTC Markets)
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What happens to companies that do not qualify for the OTCID Basic Market?
By July 2025, companies that have not taken necessary action to qualify for the OTCID Basic Market will be downgraded/transitioned to the Pink Limited Market or Expert Market, as applicable. Companies that provide disclosure in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-11 in a manner that can be confirmed by OTC Markets will be eligible for the Pink Limited Market.
What is the certification process?
Companies must provide an initial certification, to qualify for the OTCID Basic Market. On an ongoing basis, companies will be required to file their certification each year with their annual report.
U.S. companies and other companies not exempt from registration under Rule 12g3-2(b) will be required to submit an annual Management Certification to confirm basic company information, including registration and reporting requirements, shell status, beneficial ownership, and convertible debt disclosure.
International companies (those listed on a non-U.S. stock exchange) are required to complete a certification of compliance with respect to Exchange Act Rule 12g3-2(b).
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