GB
United Kingdom
Permissive
Europe · Western Europe
Last verified: 2026-02-18
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REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
Framework
FCA Cryptoasset Registration Regime
Effective
2020-01-10
Licensing
Required
Notes
FCA registration required for cryptoasset businesses. AML/CTF compliance mandatory.
Details
FCA requires cryptoasset firm registration. Spot Bitcoin ETFs not yet approved. General ownership and trading permitted.
Primary Regulator
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Secondary
Bank of England · HM Treasury
Data Provenance
High(1 source)
Per Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) · 2026-02-18T00:00:00Z
Sources (1)
Not Legal Advice
Regulatory status is for educational purposes only. Verify with official sources before making decisions.