Spain crypto license requirements checklist for 2026
Spain is preparing to implement MiCA, the EU's comprehensive crypto regulation, by 2026, making it essential for crypto businesses to understand the new licensing requirements to operate legally in the country. CRYPTO LICENSE GUIDE · 2026 Spain crypto license requirements Crypto licensing across 15+ jurisdictions CONSULTING24.CO Understanding Spain's Crypto Licensing Framework Under MiCA From 2026, Spain will fully apply the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), which harmonizes crypto licensing across the European Union. The Spanish securities regulator, CNMV, will oversee compliance, replacing the current fragmented approach. This means that any crypto asset service provider (CASP) wishing to operate in Spain must obtain a MiCA license, which will be valid across all EU member states. The MiCA framework introduces three capital tiers based on the type of services offered. For example, custodial wallet services require a minimum capital of EUR 50,000, while operatin...