When our company decided to enter the European digital asset market with services that go beyond ordinary crypto trading — including custody, staking, asset servicing, and programmable payments — we discovered that obtaining a CASAP license (Crypto Asset Services Provider license) was essential. The regulatory requirements were complex, evolving, and required precise documentation and compliance standards. We knew we needed expert help, so we partnered with ECOVIS, and that decision made all the difference.
Right from the initial consultation, the ECOVIS team demonstrated strong knowledge of European crypto licensing frameworks and what regulators expect from CASAP applicants. Instead of offering generic templates or surface‑level advice, they took time to understand our service model, planned technology stack, customer risk profiles, and compliance architecture. This allowed them to build a tailored licensing strategy specific to our business.
Preparing for CASAP authorization involved extensive documentation. ECOVIS helped us draft and organize essential compliance policies, AML/KYC procedures, cybersecurity controls, governance documentation, risk management frameworks, and internal reporting processes. Their attention to detail and regulatory insight ensured our application was thorough and aligned with supervisory expectations.
One of the challenges many companies face is managing communication with regulators — especially in the crypto space, where guidance can be nuanced and change quickly. ECOVIS handled all correspondence professionally, preparing clear, precise responses whenever regulators requested clarification or additional information. This proactive communication kept the application progressing smoothly and without unnecessary delays.
Another feature of working with ECOVIS that we appreciated was their transparent timeline guidance. They didn’t promise unrealistic outcomes; instead, they provided a structured roadmap with expected milestones, realistic timing, and clear next steps. This allowed our internal teams to plan technical development, compliance testing, and investor updates with confidence.
Thanks to ECOVIS’s structured, knowledgeable support, we successfully secured our CASAP license in Europe — a major milestone that now allows our business to operate a full suite of crypto asset services in a regulated environment. What once felt like a complicated and uncertain process became clear and manageable with the right expertise behind us.
If your company is pursuing a
CASAP license in Europe, I highly recommend ECOVIS based on our firsthand experience. You can explore their crypto licensing services here: https://ecovis.lt/fintech/crypto-c…xchange-license/
Choosing the right advisory partner doesn’t just help you get licensed — it positions your business for compliant, confident growth in the fast‑moving world of crypto services.