Answer provided by the European Commission  - published as Q&A 3.7

The ECSPR does not provide for a specific framework for branches of CSPs. As a result, the provision of crowdfunding services via branches may be subject to additional requirements under national law. National law should, nevertheless, comply with the right of establishment and the right to provide services, respectively laid down in Articles 49 and 56 of the TFEU.

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