By Raphaël MORENON
3 August 2025
Canvassing for banking and financial services is a commercial practice governed by a strict set of rules designed to protect savers and borrowers. Often perceived as intrusive, this sales method is nevertheless legal if it complies with a set of precise obligations. Our firm has observed that many disputes arise from a lack of understanding of this framework, both by consumers and by certain professionals. Understanding the rules governing this activity, detailed in the law governing credit institutions, is therefore the first step in asserting your rights. For personalised assistance, our team of lawyers specialising in banking and financial law can analyse your situation. Definition and scope The law leaves little room for interpretation when defining canvassing. It is a precise legal concept based on factual criteria and not on the commercial intent of the canvasser. The purpose of this rigour is to...
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