Crypto license

A crypto license is an official permit that allows businesses to legally operate in the cryptocurrency industry.

AdamSmith law office provides full-scale legal support for crypto licensing:
• Setting up a company and obtaining a crypto license
• Buying a ready-made authorized VASP/CASP company

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Сrypto License in European Union

EU crypto regulation

In the European Union, there is a single legal framework on which local authorities rely, the names of the main documents that determine the activities of crypto companies in the EU are described below
Directive (EU) 2015/849 of the European Parliament and of the Council (4th Anti-Money Laundering Directive, 4AMLD)
Directive (EU) 2018/843 of the European Parliament and of the Council (5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive, 5AMLD)
EP and the EU Council draft regulation 2020/593 (Cryptoasset Markets Regulation, MiCA)

We have collected data in a small table on available jurisdictions for opening a company in Europe with a crypto license (VASP). If you have any questions, please contact us in a convenient way for you, or leave a request on our website.

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Country Estonia Lithuania Poland Czech Republic
Corporate tax 0% 5% or 15% 15% or 19% 19%
Regulator Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Financial Crime Investigation Service (FCIU) General Inspector of Financial Information (GIFI) Financial Analytical Unit (FAU)
Term 4-6 months 15-45 days 1-2 months 1-2 months
Authorized capital 100,000, 250,000 EUR depending on the activity 2500 EUR 5000 PLN from 1 CZK
Office in the country Yes No No No
Citizenship Director Yes No No No
Local AML Officer Yes Yes No No

Crypto License in Europe

  • Crypto license in Lithuania

    A European Economic Area jurisdiction that is very supportive of cryptocurrency and has a large number of registered EMIs and operating within its borders. It also has stable legislation close to upcoming amendments to MiCA regulations.

    Timeframe: 3 weeks
    One-time fee: 4 100 EUR

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  • Crypto license in Estonia

    A global leader in digital innovation, Estonia was the first country that introduced crypto licensing. Nowadays the Estonian crypto license requires a live structure in the country with several requirements, such as a physical office and an AML specialist.

    Timeframe: 8 weeks
    One-time fee: 15 000 EUR

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  • Crypto license in the Czech Republic

    Ideal for European market-oriented crypto startups, supporting experimental projects; very low requirements, pretty simple and straightforward process of obtaining a cryptolicense.

    Timeframe: 3 weeks
    One-time fee: 1 500 EUR

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  • Crypto license in Poland

    Located at the heart of Europe, Poland provides a well-regulated crypto industry, additionally having quite low requirements for obtaining the license.

    Timeframe:4 – 6 weeks
    One-time fee: 5 500 EUR

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  • Crypto license in Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Licencija Bosnijoje ir Hercegovinoje leidžia kriptovaliutų bendrovėms vykdyti veiklą visame pasaulyje, išskyrus šalis, įtrauktas į sankcijų sąrašą (pvz., Šiaurės Korėją, Iraną ir kt.).

    Terminas: 2-3 savaitės
    Kainos: 4 000 eurų

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  • Crypto license in Slovakia

    Slovakija siūlo palankią teisinę sistemą ir stabilią verslo aplinką, todėl ji yra idealus pasirinkimas kriptovaliutų įmonėms, ieškančioms patikimos bazės Europoje.

    Terminas: 4 savaitės
    Vienkartinis mokestis: 3 000 EUR

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Crypto License in World
  • Crypto license in SVG

    Ideal for global crypto businesses looking for tax efficiency and regulatory freedom; SVG offers complete privacy, no corporate taxes, and zero reporting obligations, making it a top choice for agile operations.

    Timeframe: 7 business days
    One-time fee: 2 200 EUR

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  • Crypto License in El Salvador
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  • Crypto License in Panama

    Panama has become a preferred offshore jurisdiction for establishing crypto companies, thanks to its friendly regulatory framework and favorable business environment.

    Timeframe:2 weeks
    One-time fee: 4 500 EUR

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  • Crypto License in Georgia

    Unlike many jurisdictions, Georgia does not impose a minimum capital requirement, making it accessible for startups and smaller businesses.

    Timeframe:8 – 12 weeks
    One-time fee:14000 EUR

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  • Crypto license in Hong Kong

    Ideal for globally-focused crypto startups, especially those targeting the Asian market; supports innovative projects with a relatively hassle-free and clear-cut process for obtaining a crypto license.

    Timeframe: 5 weeks
    One-time fee: Starting at 5,000 EUR

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