MiCA Defined Terms

Exchange of Crypto-Assets for Funds

The CASP service of exchanging crypto-assets for fiat currency or vice versa on behalf of clients.

Definition

Under MiCA Article 3(1)(20), this service involves the conclusion of purchase or sale contracts concerning crypto-assets against fiat currency, by using own capital. A core Class 2 CASP service, also known as on/off-ramping.

Regulatory citation

MiCA Article 3(1)(20) ↗