Article 4 Notifications and requests for information or cooperation

This article sets out the procedural requirements for how notifications and requests for information or cooperation must be submitted.

It establishes that all such communications must follow a standardised format using the form in Annex I and be directed to the designated contact points established under Article 2.

It also provides some practical flexibility around how requests can be made, particularly in urgent situations.

Important points:

• Competent authorities, ESMA, and EBA are required to use the standard form in Annex I when submitting notifications or requests, sending them to the contact point designated under Article 2.
• The submitting body may attach supporting documents or materials to any request for information or cooperation.
• In urgent cases, a request may be made orally, but must be confirmed in writing without undue delay.