Annual maintenance of a crypto company: filings, renewals and ongoing costs
Running a crypto company means more than just getting licensed; you have to keep it alive with annual filings, renewals, and recurring costs that can catch founders off guard. CRYPTO LICENSE GUIDE · 2026 Annual maintenance of a Crypto licensing across 15+ jurisdictions CONSULTING24.CO Why annual maintenance matters for crypto firms Obtaining a crypto license is a major milestone, but it is only the beginning. Regulators like those under MiCA in the EU require ongoing compliance, including annual financial audits, AML program updates, and reporting on transaction volumes. Failure to meet these obligations can result in fines, suspension, or revocation of your license. Annual maintenance is not just a regulatory checkbox. It protects your company's reputation and operational continuity. For example, a lapse in filing your annual return in Estonia or failing to renew your VASP registration in Lithuania could trigger a freeze on your business bank account. Founders often underesti...