1 July 2026 may prove to be one of the most important dates for the Polish crypto-asset market. On that date, the transitional period available to entities entered in the Register of Virtual Currency Activities (VASP Register) will come to an end.The problem is that Poland still has not adopted a Crypto-Assets Market Act. This legislation was intended…
Public discussion around crypto in Poland has recently been dominated by negative narratives and regulatory concerns. This creates the impression that the sector lacks structure or operates outside of a clear compliance framework.In practice, however, this picture is incomplete. There are market participants that operate in a structured, compliant and transparent manner, fully aligned with Polish AML requirements…
On 1 December 2025, the President of Poland vetoed the Polish Act on the Crypto-Assets Market — the law intended to adopt MiCA in Poland.To be clear: I welcome this decision. It is fully consistent with the predictions I presented in my earlier MiCA in Poland updates. The veto immediately shifts the regulatory landscape and pushes the Polish…
On 26 September 2025, the lower house of the Polish Parliament finally adopted the long-awaited Act on Crypto-Assets Market.Does this mean the legislative process is over and the full adoption of MiCA in Poland is complete?Definitely not — in fact, quite the opposite may be true.My article provides the latest update on MiCA in Poland, as of October…
The adoption of the MiCA Regulation in Poland does not follow any predictable pattern. In this article, I will outline the current status of MiCA adoption in Poland and when it will actually be possible to apply for a CASP license. I will also provide an update on when we can expect the Polish Act on the Crypto-Assets…
The AML Officer is a key figure within the organizational structure of an obliged institution in Poland, including a CASP. Under Polish regulations, this is a managerial employee responsible for organizing and supervising the internal AML/CFT system. In the context of the MiCA Regulation, the appointment of a person to this position is one of the fundamental requirements…
I am proud to announce that my legal practice has become the first law firm in Poland to host an on-site crypto ATM. Installed in my legal office, this device enables the purchase and sale of crypto assets: BTC, XRP, ETH, LTC, TRX, USDC.This initiative is not just symbolic. It reflects my ongoing commitment to being a crypto…
Applying for a CASP license in Poland under the MiCA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 is not just about ticking boxes. Regulatory expectations for directors go far beyond formalities. They require demonstrable experience, regulatory awareness, and physical presence within the EU.This guide outlines the specific criteria a prospective CASP director must meet — based on MiCA and ESMA recommendations. 1.…
On 15 May 2025, Ministry of Finance published a new draft of the Polish Act on Crypto Assets Market. It is a key step in adapting MiCA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 in Poland. The draft contains important updates for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) preparing to apply for a CASP license in Poland. The changes primarily concern an extension…
In previous updates, I provided a detailed overview of the ongoing legislative efforts to adopt the MiCA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 in Poland. We have now entered May 2025, and the situation remains unresolved. The legislation adapting MiCA — the “Polish Act on the Crypto-Assets Market” — to national law is still being finalized. Many companies planning to apply…