Financial Planning Standards Board Ltd. (FPSB) is a global organization focused on promoting the financial planning profession and maintaining standards for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification outside the United States. Established on December 1, 2004, FPSB was formed to oversee CFP certification internationally, reflecting the evolution of financial planning. FPSB offers key services to the financial planning community, including the development and enforcement of rigorous standards for CFP certification. The organization also supports ongoing professional development for CFP professionals, ensuring they stay informed about the latest practices in the field. Through a network of professional financial planning bodies in various territories, FPSB fosters collaboration and consistency in financial planning standards worldwide. The CFP certification, recognized globally, signifies that a professional has met specific educational, examination, experience, and ethics requirements. FPSB represents over 181,000 CFP professionals across 27 territories, who provide financial planning services to individuals, families, and businesses.