KuCoin exchange complies with MiCA requirements and expands services in Europe

The platform has implemented international security standards and undergoes regular audits.

KuCoin has obtained a MiCA license in Austria and is entering the EEA market

01.12.2025 - 12:10

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KuCoin has obtained a MiCA license in Austria, allowing it to operate in all 29 EEA countries.
The license confirms the exchange’s compliance with new EU regulations and enables it to provide trading and custody services within a single legal framework.

KuCoin has obtained a MiCA license in Austria through its European division. The exchange can now operate in 29 countries of the European Economic Area (EEA) and officially provide services with digital assets.

The license confirms that KuCoin EU complies with the new EU rules that came into force in December 2024. MiCA introduces uniform requirements for all crypto services in Europe.

Advantages of the license

Thanks to Austria’s approval, KuCoin EU can provide trading and custody services within a common legal framework. MiCA requires the separation of client assets, sufficient capital, and disclosure of information in accordance with EU regulations.

The exchange was previously registered as a digital currency provider in Australia. KuCoin is actively expanding its regulated presence and calls this initiative part of a “$2 billion Trust Project.”

The company has also implemented international security standards such as SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001:2022, ISO 27701, and others. The exchange regularly undergoes Proof-of-Reserves audits.

According to Wong, compliance is a key part of KuCoin’s mission to provide secure and accessible crypto services.

MiCA regulates crypto service providers, stablecoin issuers, and other tokens. A license obtained in one EU country allows operation throughout the EEA.

In November, Aave Labs became one of the first major companies in the decentralized finance space to obtain authorization under the European MiCA regulation.

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