SG
Singapore
Permissive
Asia · Southeast Asia
Last verified: 2026-02-18
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REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
Framework
Payment Services Act (PSA)
Effective
2020-01-28
Licensing
Required
Notes
Digital Payment Token (DPT) license required for crypto services. Strict AML/CFT requirements.
Details
Bitcoin trading and custody permitted under PSA framework. Spot Bitcoin ETFs approved in 2024. Retail access restricted for some products.
Data Provenance
High(1 source)
Per Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) · 2026-02-18T00:00:00Z
Sources (1)
Not Legal Advice
Regulatory status is for educational purposes only. Verify with official sources before making decisions.