These articles provide guidance on the optimal approach to microfinance regulation and supervision.
» Microfinance Consensus Guidelines: Guiding Principles on Regulation and Supervision of Microfinance (264 KB, PDF)
CGAP (2003)
Washington, DC: Consultative Group to Assist the Poor» The Ultimate Balancing Act: Investor Confidence and Regulatory Considerations for Microfinance
Kate Druschel (2005)
Washington, DC: United States Agency for International Development (microReport #28)» Principles and Practices for Regulating and Supervising Microfinance
Tor Jansson, Ramon Rosales, and Glenn D. Westley (2004)
Washington, DC: Inter-American Development Bank» A Framework for Regulating Microfinance Institutions
Hennie van Gruening, Joselito Gallardo, and Bikki Randhawa (1999)
World Bank Working Paper No. 2061
In addition, the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) has developed a compendium of international legislation pertaining to credit union and a model law for credit unions, which can be helpful when comparing situations between countries. Their website also includes best practice information on credit union legislation, regulation, and supervision.