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Standard Chartered has been granted MiCA and EMI license in EU
29 June 2026 Luxembourg
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Standard Chartered has been granted authorisation under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation as well as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI), which according to the firm, marks a significant milestone in the next phase of its Financing & Securities Services digital asset custody strategy in Europe.
The authorisations provide Standard Chartered with a regulated entry point to offer digital asset services from Luxembourg, with expansion across the EU, subject to applicable regulatory approvals and cross-border rules.
Building on the establishment of its Luxembourg entity in 2025, the firm says the licences strengthen the bank’s position as it expands its digital asset capabilities in a regulatory environment.
Luxembourg will serve as the hub for Standard Chartered’s European digital asset custody operations, in line with regulatory permissions, including passporting under MiCA where applicable, and a phased rollout of services.
Margaret Harwood-Jones, global head of Financing & Securities Services, Standard Chartered, says: “Securing our MiCA and EMI licences is a key step in progressing our digital asset journey in Europe.
“It reflects our commitment to operating within robust regulatory frameworks while enabling our clients to navigate the digital asset ecosystem with confidence. As institutional adoption accelerates, we are well positioned to support clients with secure, compliant, and innovative solutions.”
Laurent Marochini, CEO of Standard Chartered Luxembourg, adds: “We are delighted to have obtained our MiCA and EMI licences, which enables us to progressively expand services to clients across Europe.
“This landmark authorisation reflects our strategic choice of Luxembourg, demonstrating the close and constructive collaboration we have had with The Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier throughout this journey.”
The authorisations provide Standard Chartered with a regulated entry point to offer digital asset services from Luxembourg, with expansion across the EU, subject to applicable regulatory approvals and cross-border rules.
Building on the establishment of its Luxembourg entity in 2025, the firm says the licences strengthen the bank’s position as it expands its digital asset capabilities in a regulatory environment.
Luxembourg will serve as the hub for Standard Chartered’s European digital asset custody operations, in line with regulatory permissions, including passporting under MiCA where applicable, and a phased rollout of services.
Margaret Harwood-Jones, global head of Financing & Securities Services, Standard Chartered, says: “Securing our MiCA and EMI licences is a key step in progressing our digital asset journey in Europe.
“It reflects our commitment to operating within robust regulatory frameworks while enabling our clients to navigate the digital asset ecosystem with confidence. As institutional adoption accelerates, we are well positioned to support clients with secure, compliant, and innovative solutions.”
Laurent Marochini, CEO of Standard Chartered Luxembourg, adds: “We are delighted to have obtained our MiCA and EMI licences, which enables us to progressively expand services to clients across Europe.
“This landmark authorisation reflects our strategic choice of Luxembourg, demonstrating the close and constructive collaboration we have had with The Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier throughout this journey.”
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