Spain Tightens MiCA Compliance: December 30, 2025 Deadline for Crypto Platforms

Source: CoinTribune Original Title: Crypto: Spain regulates the transition period before the full application of MiCA Original Link:

MiCA Regulation Takes Shape in Spain

As the European MiCA regulation gradually comes into effect, Spain’s financial regulator (CNMV) has published clear guidelines for crypto players operating on its territory. The message is unambiguous: comply or leave.

Through a dedicated Q&A session, the CNMV explains how MiCA will be practically applied in Spain, moving beyond theoretical Brussels frameworks. The document details eligibility criteria, authorization obligations, notification mechanisms, and daily conduct rules for crypto-asset service providers (CASP).

Accelerated Transition Timeline

While MiCA technically allows member states to extend the transition period until July 1, 2026, Spain has chosen a more aggressive approach. The CNMV has set December 30, 2025 as the hard deadline for the transition period.

At this date, any entity wishing to continue offering crypto services must have obtained its MiCA authorization. There is no tacit extension or silent tolerance. Existing crypto platforms can continue operating during this period only if they clearly commit to a compliance process.

Broad Regulatory Scope

The CNMV’s FAQ extends beyond crypto platforms. It includes clarifications on MiCA’s application to:

• Crypto asset funds
• Venture capital vehicles
• MiFID II entities
• Financial influencers (promotional content resembling client acquisition falls under regulatory oversight)

Spain’s strict approach aligns with other European jurisdictions like Italy, where the regulator CONSOB has similarly set demanding deadlines, requiring authorization before December 30, 2025.