Crypto law in Germany
Oldest entry on this page last reviewed 10 July 2026
Not legal advice. General information only, not legal advice. Crypto law changes quickly and varies within jurisdictions. Verify with a qualified local lawyer before acting. Each statement carries its primary source and the date we last reviewed it.
Exchange licensing
Legal, regulated
MiCA applies. Crypto-asset service providers need authorisation.
Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 on Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) establishes a harmonised EU regime. Crypto-asset service providers must be authorised in a member state and can then passport across the EU. Stablecoin issuance is separately regulated.
- Regulator
- BaFin / ESMA
- Legislation
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 (MiCA)
Last reviewed 10 July 2026 by Craig Winder
Exchanges in Germany
Which exchanges quote EUR, and their licensing position.
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