Lithuania’s central bank, Lietuvos Bankas, has announced that from January 1, 2026, every company offering crypto asset services in the country must obtain a MiCA license to operate legally. Platforms that fail to comply after the transition deadline of December 31, 2025, risk fines, website restrictions, and possibly criminal charges with penalties of up to four years imprisonment.
Authorities also urged companies planning to shut down to safely manage user assets and exit responsibly. Currently, out of over 370 registered crypto companies in Lithuania, only about 30 have applied for the license so far.
