Crypto compliance officer: when you need one and what the role covers
Hiring a crypto compliance officer is not optional for serious founders, especially with MiCA enforcement across the EU in 2026 and varying capital requirements by activity tier. CRYPTO LICENSE GUIDE · 2026 Crypto compliance officer: when Crypto licensing across 15+ jurisdictions CONSULTING24.CO When your crypto business needs a compliance officer The moment you handle customer funds, process transactions, or offer custodial services, you enter a regulated space. In the EU, the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA) sets capital thresholds based on activity: EUR 50,000 for simple exchange services, EUR 125,000 for custody, and EUR 150,000 for combined services. These capital tiers are accompanied by mandatory compliance obligations, including the appointment of a compliance officer. Even if your entity is based in Panama, where no dedicated crypto licence exists, you must still comply with the laws of your customers' jurisdictions. A Sociedad Anonima can be set up in 2-3 we...