In order to get a crypto license UK, companies must be registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The FCA applies AML (anti-money laundering) and CFT (countering the financing of terrorism) standards to enhance market integrity and, for licensed operators, further commercial trust.
Prifinance is a global provider of corporate, licensing and fintech consulting services. Our legal expertise, coupled with practical licensing assistance, helps crypto businesses prepare for FCA application, registration and ongoing AML/CFT compliance.
Our consulting team prepares documentation, establishes compliance frameworks (KYC, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening) and supports coordination and communications with regulators to increase the likelihood of obtaining a license.
| Advantages of working with Prifinance | Numbers |
| Experience in international consulting | 30 years |
| Completed projects | 10,000+ |
| Crypto licenses obtained | 400+ |
| Supported jurisdictions | 40 |
| Successful cases on complex requirements (including MiCA) | 100+ |
| Lawyers, auditors, and consultants | 100+ |
Why choose us
We provide comprehensive, turnkey projects: eligibility review, compliance design, application submission, and post-registration support. Clients receive a dedicated manager, clear milestones, and practical documentation to meet FCA expectations. Our website contains public testimonials, as well as profiles established independently from our service, independent profiles that further confirm.
Why this service matters
FCA registration is more than just a regulatory requirement – it is a market access requirement, and helps you earn the trust of banks, payment providers and institutional partners. The registration process requires the FCA to assess governance, risk management, AML controls, and technical safeguards; therefore, specialist support materially improves the chances of a successful application and timescales to market. New guidance and updates from the FCA now mean that having robust compliance documentation is critical to a successful application.
UK crypto license: Scope of regulated services and its advantages
A cryptocurrency license in the United Kingdom – granted through the FCA – allows firms to operate legally and under ongoing AML/CFT supervision. Registration is required for a range of crypto services.
| Type of activity | Regulatory requirements (Financial Conduct Authority) |
| Cryptocurrency exchange (fiat-crypto, crypto-crypto) | Full registration as a cryptoasset business under UK law |
| Custody of digital cryptocurrencies | Separate FCA approval required for custodial wallet providers |
| Operation of a crypto trading platform | Exchange licensing and ongoing AML supervision |
| Brokerage and OTC digital asset services | FCA registration and continuous reporting |
| Provision of wallet and account services | FCA authorization, KYC compliance |
| Crypto payment processing | Subject to additional FCA registration |
| Launching cryptoasset or token offerings | Compliance with prospectus rules and/or additional licensing |
| Market making and liquidity provision | Specific licensing requirements, compliance oversight |
| Advisory or management services for cryptoassets | FCA authorization and financial promotion compliance |
Typical deliverables:
- regulatory gap analysis and eligibility report;
- AML/KYC policies, sanctions screening and transaction monitoring design;
- governance documents and senior manager materials;
- technical due diligence checklist for custody and security;
- support for FCA communication and responses.
Partners & reputation
We cooperate with established financial and fintech partners — including CIM Banque, Commerzbank, Payoneer, OCBC, and Binance – and publish client testimonials and case references on our website. These partnerships and references are part of our practical licensing track record.
Ready to operate in the UK? Request a consultation to get a tailored roadmap for FCA registration and post-licensing compliance. Visit https://prifinance.com/ to start the process and secure compliant market entry.
