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Is Banca Sella licensed under MiCA in the European Union?
Banca Sella's European entity (BANCA SELLA) is recorded as an authorised Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, with its authorisation issued by Italy on 27 April 2026.
Verdict: Banca Sella appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised CASPs.
| Legal entity | BANCA SELLA |
|---|---|
| Home Member State | Italy |
| National Competent Authority | |
| Authorisation date | |
| Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) | 549300I7OIUB41P86L19 |
| Authorised services | Custody, Transfer services |
Source: ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers. Retrieved 18 July 2026.
Which crypto services is Banca Sella authorised to offer in the EU?
Under its MiCA authorisation issued by Italy, Banca Sella (BANCA SELLA) is approved to provide the following services to EEA residents. Each service is defined in Article 3(1)(16) of Regulation (EU) 2023/1114.
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Providing custody and administration of crypto-assets on behalf of clients
The exchange holds your crypto in its own wallets. Authorisation here means MiCA's segregation and insurance rules apply: client crypto-assets must be ring-fenced from the exchange's own funds.
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Providing transfer services for crypto-assets on behalf of clients
The exchange can move crypto between addresses on your behalf, including off-platform withdrawals. The Travel Rule applies to these transfers.
Which services is Banca Sella not authorised to offer?
Banca Sella's MiCA licence does not cover: Trading platform, Exchange for funds, Exchange for crypto, Order execution, Placing, Order R&T, Advice, Portfolio mgmt. These services may still be offered by other authorised providers, or by Banca Sella under a different regulatory framework (for example, derivatives may fall under MiFID II rather than MiCA). Source: ESMA Register, retrieved 18 July 2026.
See other MiCA-authorised exchanges by service:
What does this mean for users of Banca Sella in the EU?
If you transact through Banca Sella's EEA-authorised entity (BANCA SELLA), the protections introduced by MiCA apply to your relationship from onwards. In practical terms this means: client crypto-assets are ring-fenced from the exchange's own funds (Article 70 MiCA), the authorised entity holds prudential capital, has formal complaint-handling procedures, and is subject to transparency obligations on fees and order execution. Source: Regulation (EU) 2023/1114.
One thing to verify yourself: the legal entity you contract with day-to-day must match the entity in the ESMA register. Some global exchanges operate multiple legal entities under one brand. Confirm in Banca Sella's terms of service that your contracting entity is BANCA SELLA, not a non-EEA affiliate.
Which MiCA-authorised exchanges are alternatives to Banca Sella?
Three MiCA-authorised providers to consider. Drawn from the ESMA register, never paid placement.
| Provider | Home Member State | Authorised | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaric Securities | Bulgaria | 9 services | |
| NOEMON TECH LTD | Cyprus | 9 services | |
| OKX | Malta | 9 services |
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Frequently asked questions about Banca Sella and MiCA
Is Banca Sella licensed under MiCA?
Yes. Banca Sella appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised Crypto-Asset Service Providers, with its authorisation issued by the competent authority of Italy.
Which EU countries can Banca Sella serve under this licence?
A MiCA authorisation in one EEA member state permits passporting across all EEA member states, subject to a notification process to each host-state regulator.
Are my crypto-assets on Banca Sella protected under MiCA?
MiCA introduces ring-fencing of client crypto-assets, prudential capital requirements for the authorised entity, complaint-handling obligations, and conduct rules. It does not provide a deposit-guarantee scheme equivalent to bank deposit insurance.
What's the difference between the authorised entity and the global brand?
Some global exchanges operate multiple legal entities. The MiCA authorisation applies only to the specific legal entity in the ESMA register, not to the global brand. Verify the contracting entity in Banca Sella's terms of service.
Where can I check the official record?
The ESMA register publishes the authoritative list and updates it weekly. The direct link to Banca Sella's entry is on this page under 'Sources'.
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