Licence Navigator | FCA Cryptoasset Application Research

STEP 01 / 04

Where is your firm starting?

Choose the nearest description. This is a screening prompt, not a verification of your actual authorisation status.

FCA MLR-registered cryptoasset businessCurrently registered under the UK Money Laundering Regulations, but not FSMA-authorised for relevant activities Already FCA FSMA-authorisedConsidering additional cryptoasset permissions through a variation of permission FSMA-authorised and MLR-registeredExisting regulated firm that also holds a cryptoasset MLR registration New or currently unauthorised businessExploring a UK launch or a new cryptoasset regulated activity Overseas business serving or targeting the UKUK customer access, local presence and territorial perimeter may require separate analysis Not sure / other permissionsFor example payment institution, e-money issuer or an unusual authorisation model

STEP 02 / 04

Which activities might you conduct?

Select all that apply. These are broad business descriptions; the precise legal definitions, exclusions and territorial rules must be checked in the FCA guidance.

Core cryptoasset activities

Operating a cryptoasset trading platform Dealing as principal Dealing as agent Arranging cryptoasset transactions Safeguarding / custody of cryptoassets Arranging safeguarding by another party Issuing qualifying stablecoins Arranging qualifying cryptoasset staking

Other important activity or perimeter questions

Marketing cryptoassets to UK consumers Payment services / e-money / transfers Crypto derivatives or leveraged investments

Multiple permissions and separate regimes may apply to one business model. These labels are not a definitive FCA activity classification.

STEP 03 / 04

Which preparation areas have you reviewed?

Tick only the topics your team has meaningfully reviewed. Leaving a box unticked means not marked reviewed — not necessarily a compliance failure.

YOUR RESEARCH OUTPUT

Preliminary FCA readiness research roadmap

This is a self-directed research checklist. It is not a legal classification, application review, risk rating or statement of eligibility for authorisation.

Research route—

Topics selected—

Preparation topics marked reviewed—

Important. OrbiSignal does not determine whether an activity is regulated, assess fitness for authorisation, submit applications or provide legal advice. Existing MLR registration is not an FSMA permission. FCA Connect is the official application channel. Review current FCA rules and engage a qualified adviser for firm-specific conclusions. Official gateway guidance ↗

UK Cryptoasset Licence Navigator.

Where is your firm starting?

Which activities might you conduct?

Which preparation areas have you reviewed?

Preliminary FCA readiness research roadmap

Research that can be checked.