Guides
Dubai VARA crypto rules explained: who needs a license and what it covers
In Dubai, crypto businesses need a license from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), which covers the emirate's mainland and free zones except the DIFC. VARA licenses seven activities, from exchanges to custody, and regulates token issuance and crypto marketing.
Policy
Dubai's VARA reviewed every 2025 reserve report. Now auditors face seven checks
Two VARA circulars in October tell licensed crypto firms what a real reserve audit must prove, and warn that vague website claims like "protected" and "segregated" are not enough.