DIFC Crypto License
DIFC crypto license applications require approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) under the Innovation Testing License or full regulatory framework.
We handle the complete process from initial assessment through approval, including entity formation, documentation, and regulator engagement.
Our team has direct experience across all UAE crypto regulatory frameworks including VARA, ADGM, and DIFC, securing the first-ever VC fund manager license in ADGM for virtual assets.
DIFC crypto license applications require approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) under the Innovation Testing License or full regulatory framework.
We handle the complete process from initial assessment through approval, including entity formation, documentation, and regulator engagement.
Our team has direct experience across all UAE crypto regulatory frameworks including VARA, ADGM, and DIFC, securing the first-ever VC fund manager license in ADGM for virtual assets.
What's Included
DFSA regulatory assessment and license pathway selection
DIFC entity formation and substance requirements
Application documentation and business plan preparation
AML/CFT compliance framework development
Technology and cybersecurity policy drafting
Key personnel fit and proper assessments
Regulatory liaison through DFSA approval
Ongoing compliance support post-license
DIFC License Options
Innovation Testing License - Sandbox environment for testing crypto products with limited customers
Investment Token Arrangements - Structuring and offering tokenized securities in DIFC
Crypto Custody Services - Safeguarding and administering client virtual assets
Crypto Advisory Services - Providing investment advice on virtual assets
Crypto Asset Management - Managing portfolios and funds containing virtual assets
Crowdfunding Platform - Operating token-based investment crowdfunding
Broker-Dealer Services - Executing crypto transactions on behalf of clients
Arranging Services - Introducing parties to virtual asset transactions
What's Included
DFSA regulatory assessment and license pathway selection
DIFC entity formation and substance requirements
Application documentation and business plan preparation
AML/CFT compliance framework development
Technology and cybersecurity policy drafting
Key personnel fit and proper assessments
Regulatory liaison through DFSA approval
Ongoing compliance support post-license
DIFC License Options
Innovation Testing License - Sandbox environment for testing crypto products with limited customers
Investment Token Arrangements - Structuring and offering tokenized securities in DIFC
Crypto Custody Services - Safeguarding and administering client virtual assets
Crypto Advisory Services - Providing investment advice on virtual assets
Crypto Asset Management - Managing portfolios and funds containing virtual assets
Crowdfunding Platform - Operating token-based investment crowdfunding
Broker-Dealer Services - Executing crypto transactions on behalf of clients
Arranging Services - Introducing parties to virtual asset transactions
What's Included
DFSA regulatory assessment and license pathway selection
DIFC entity formation and substance requirements
Application documentation and business plan preparation
AML/CFT compliance framework development
Technology and cybersecurity policy drafting
Key personnel fit and proper assessments
Regulatory liaison through DFSA approval
Ongoing compliance support post-license
DIFC License Options
Innovation Testing License - Sandbox environment for testing crypto products with limited customers
Investment Token Arrangements - Structuring and offering tokenized securities in DIFC
Crypto Custody Services - Safeguarding and administering client virtual assets
Crypto Advisory Services - Providing investment advice on virtual assets
Crypto Asset Management - Managing portfolios and funds containing virtual assets
Crowdfunding Platform - Operating token-based investment crowdfunding
Broker-Dealer Services - Executing crypto transactions on behalf of clients
Arranging Services - Introducing parties to virtual asset transactions
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Trusted by Web3 innovators and institutional partners
Trusted by Web3 innovators and institutional partners
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Why Choose Ape Law?
Our team handles crypto and Web3 legal matters from initial assessment through implementation and ongoing compliance. We have direct expertise across VARA, ADGM, DIFC, Cayman, Singapore, and EU frameworks.
Our team handles crypto and Web3 legal matters from initial assessment through implementation and ongoing compliance. We have direct expertise across VARA, ADGM, DIFC, Cayman, Singapore, and EU frameworks.
Get Started Today
Our team handles crypto and Web3 legal matters from initial assessment through implementation and ongoing compliance. We have direct expertise across VARA, ADGM, DIFC, Cayman, Singapore, and EU frameworks.
DIFC Crypto License
DIFC crypto license applications require approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) under the Innovation Testing License or full regulatory framework.
We handle the complete process from initial assessment through approval, including entity formation, documentation, and regulator engagement.
Our team has direct experience across all UAE crypto regulatory frameworks including VARA, ADGM, and DIFC, securing the first-ever VC fund manager license in ADGM for virtual assets.