MiCA in Czechia: What Has Already Been Implemented and What Crypto Businesses Must Know in 2025

MiCA in Czechia: What Has Already Been Implemented and What Crypto Businesses Must Know in 2025

As of 30 December 2024, the MiCA Regulation (Markets in Crypto-Assets) is in force across the European Union, creating a unified legal framework for crypto-assets. In Czechia, MiCA has been implemented through the Digital Finance Act (ZDFT), which entered into effect on 15 February 2025.

🔹 Regulatory Authority

The Czech National Bank (ČNB) has been appointed as the main supervisory authority responsible for:

• granting licenses to Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASPs),
• overseeing compliance with MiCA and the Digital Finance Act (ZDFT).

🔹 Transitional Period

Crypto businesses that were legally operating before 30 December 2024 may continue their services under a transitional regime, provided that:

• a complete CASP license application is submitted by 31 July 2025;
• they may continue operations while awaiting a decision, but no later than 1 July 2026.

🔹 Director and AML Officer Requirements

Both the director and the AML officer of the company must be residents of Czechia.

Furthermore, the name and contact details of the AML officer had to be reported to the Financial Analytical Office (FAÚ) no later than 3 March 2025 – a requirement we previously highlighted in our updates.

How Finance IQ Hub Can Support Your Business

We provide comprehensive support for companies preparing to operate under MiCA in Czechia:

✔ Assistance with CASP license application preparation and submission
✔ Drafting of AML/CFT policies that meet Czech regulatory standards
✔ Sourcing and appointment of resident directors and AML officers
✔ Strategic guidance on structuring your business in compliance with MiCA

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