A lot of people are still confused whether they need to apply to regulator ICSTIS for permission to start their own Adult Chat Line. Many of those who research into starting their own Adult Chat line on 090 premium rate numbers get in contact with the regulator ICSTIS and are advised that they will need to apply for prior permission to host their live adult service (which costs £300 regardless if its accepted or not) and have a bond of £6,500.00 in place before they will be able to start their adult service.

This is correct however not neccessary as some Premium Rate Service Providers (such as Phonenumbers4u) have already secured the Adult Prior Permission documents from the regulator along with the bond via their network operators. Therefore if the users find the right Service Provider they can be covered by their license and NOT have to apply for permission or have a put up a £6,500 in order to start profiting from the Premium Rate Industry.