MiCA guides for crypto users
Short, plain-language answers to the questions people ask about MiCA, the CASP license, and the July 1, 2026 deadline.
What will MiCA change after July 1, 2026 in the EU crypto market?
July 1, 2026 is the day MiCA's transitional period ends across the EU. Here is what actually changes for crypto exchanges, and what it means for you.
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Can a crypto exchange freeze or block my funds after the MiCA deadline?
Short answer: MiCA is not a switch that lets exchanges seize your money. Here is what can actually happen to your funds, and how to stay in control.
Will banks reject or block transfers from unlicensed crypto exchanges?
MiCA does not order banks to block crypto transfers, but licensing, AML rules and the EU Travel Rule all make transfers to unlicensed venues more likely to be held.
How will products change on MiCA-licensed exchanges?
A MiCA license changes the menu, not just the paperwork: non-compliant stablecoins disappear for EEA users, while authorized tokens like USDC stay.
Can unlicensed exchanges still advertise and run affiliate programs in the EU?
Marketing crypto services to EU users is itself a regulated act. Here is why unlicensed exchanges, their affiliates and influencers cannot legally solicit you.
Where to move your funds from Binance after the MiCA deadline?
Binance withdrew its EU license application in Greece and holds no MiCA (CASP) authorization anywhere in the EU/EEA. Here is where you can legally move your funds, and which licensed exchanges currently reward you for the transfer.