TLDR
- Kraken has officially activated its MiCA license to operate across all 30 EEA countries.
- The MiCA license allows Kraken to offer regulated crypto services to millions of users in Europe.
- The Central Bank of Ireland authorizes Kraken’s MiCA-regulated entity.
- The new license ensures Kraken’s compliance with the unified regulatory framework across the EU.
- Kraken now supports over 450 digital assets and plans to add more in the future.
Kraken has officially activated its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license, enabling it to provide crypto services in all 30 countries of the European Economic Area (EEA). This license allows Kraken to operate within a unified regulatory framework across Europe, expanding Kraken’s reach to millions of customers in the region.
Kraken MiCA License and Central Bank of Ireland Authorization
Kraken’s MiCA-regulated entity is authorized by the Central Bank of Ireland, marking a significant step for the company. With this license, Kraken can directly serve all EEA clients. This activation ensures Kraken’s compliance with MiCA’s rules, offering consistent crypto-asset services across EU member states.
Kraken is now MiCA licensed ✅
Greenlit by the Central Bank of Ireland, we're cleared to operate across all 30 EEA states.
License secured. EU expansion unlocked.
Let’s build 🇪🇺 ⤵️ https://t.co/nrYYVmJueU pic.twitter.com/IV6Bz1wHeJ
— Kraken (@krakenfx) June 25, 2025
The MiCA framework simplifies Kraken’s operations by enabling passported services across the EEA. Users in these countries will benefit from regulated crypto offerings, easier onboarding, and access to local payment methods. Kraken also supports over 450 digital assets and plans to expand its offerings further.
Other Crypto Exchanges Under MiCA Regulations
Other major crypto exchanges, including Coinbase and Bybit, have secured MiCA licenses to operate across the EEA. These licenses allow them to function under the new regulatory framework. Additionally, Crypto.com has received an in-principle MiCA license, which is pending final confirmation.
These moves show a growing trend toward regulatory compliance in the European crypto market. Kraken’s MiCA license solidifies its position as a trusted platform for crypto services. With its regulatory foundation in place, Kraken continues to expand its offerings in the evolving crypto space.
Kraken is also seeking $500 million in funding at a $15 billion valuation, up from $11 billion last year. The company prepares for a potential IPO in early 2026. Kraken’s revenue reached $1.5 billion last year, with a daily trading volume of $1.37 billion.
