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Is Bitonic licensed under MiCA in the European Union?
Bitonic's European entity (Bitonic B.V.) is recorded as an authorised Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, with its authorisation issued by Netherlands on 21 November 2025.
Verdict: Bitonic appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised CASPs.
| Legal entity | Bitonic B.V. |
|---|---|
| Home Member State | Netherlands |
| National Competent Authority | Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) |
| Authorisation date | |
| Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) | 7245001BEJ6U6AUU1S58 |
| Authorised services | Custody, Exchange for funds, Order execution, Transfer services |
Source: ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers. Retrieved 30 June 2026.
About Bitonic
Bitonic is a consumer crypto-asset platform focused exclusively on Bitcoin. The contracting legal entity is Bitonic B.V., based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The service lets users buy, sell and store bitcoin through a web platform and mobile app, with features including target orders (orders that execute automatically when the market reaches a chosen price), an 'Auto Invest' recurring-purchase plan, and an OTC desk for larger trades. Bitonic states it was the first bitcoin company in the Netherlands and describes itself as a bitcoin-only service that does not offer other coins. It is operated by its founding team rather than a separate corporate operator. Source: bitonic.nl
According to research summarising public records, Bitonic B.V. was founded in May 2012 and is headquartered in Amsterdam. It supports the euro, with deposits and withdrawals via iDEAL and SEPA bank transfer. The platform covers Bitcoin only - the research indicates it does not offer staking, a payment card, or custody of other crypto-assets - and provides direct custody of bitcoin through a Bitonic Portfolio. Sources: Bitonic - About, EU Digital Finance Platform
On the legal point: Bitonic B.V. is the entity holding authorisation under the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) as a crypto-asset service provider, with the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) as its national competent authority. The MiCA authorisation covers the following crypto-asset services: custody and administration of crypto-assets, exchange of crypto-assets for funds, execution of orders for crypto-assets, and transfer services for crypto-assets. Services outside this list - for example advice, portfolio management, or operating a trading platform - are not part of this authorisation. The French regulator (AMF) lists Bitonic B.V. on its register of MiCA providers passporting services into France. Sources: AMF CASP register, bitonic.nl
Which crypto services is Bitonic authorised to offer in the EU?
Under its MiCA authorisation issued by Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), Bitonic (Bitonic B.V.) 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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Exchange of crypto-assets for funds
The exchange offers crypto-to-fiat (e.g. BTC to EUR) and fiat-to-crypto conversion. Authorisation here implies MiCA's pricing transparency requirements.
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Execution of orders for crypto-assets on behalf of clients
The exchange can place orders for you on third-party venues (smart-routing). Less common in retail crypto; relevant for brokerage-style services.
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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 Bitonic not authorised to offer?
Bitonic's MiCA licence does not cover: Trading platform, Exchange for crypto, Placing, Order R&T, Advice, Portfolio mgmt. These services may still be offered by other authorised providers, or by Bitonic under a different regulatory framework (for example, derivatives may fall under MiFID II rather than MiCA). Source: ESMA Register, retrieved 30 June 2026.
See other MiCA-authorised exchanges by service:
Why is Bitonic licensed in Netherlands?
The Netherlands historically had one of the strictest pre-MiCA crypto frameworks, with DNB running a stand-alone Wwft register. AFM is the MiCA-designated competent authority. Bitvavo is the dominant Dutch-licensed CASP; many global exchanges previously withdrew from the Dutch market under pre-MiCA pressure. Source: Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB).
| National Competent Authority | Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) |
|---|---|
| Investor compensation | DSI (Dutch investor compensation scheme) cover is limited. |
| Regulatory context | Marketing rules around crypto are particularly strict; AFM has fined non-compliant promotional activity. |
What does this mean for users of Bitonic in the EU?
If you transact through Bitonic's EEA-authorised entity (Bitonic B.V.), 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 Bitonic's terms of service that your contracting entity is Bitonic B.V., not a non-EEA affiliate.
Which MiCA-authorised exchanges are alternatives to Bitonic?
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 | |
| OKX | Malta | 9 services | |
| Kraken | Ireland | 8 services |
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Frequently asked questions about Bitonic and MiCA
Is Bitonic licensed under MiCA?
Yes. Bitonic appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised Crypto-Asset Service Providers, with its authorisation issued by the competent authority of Netherlands.
Which EU countries can Bitonic 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 Bitonic 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 Bitonic'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 Bitonic's entry is on this page under 'Sources'.
Sources
- ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers
- Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB)
- GLEIF LEI Record - Bitonic B.V. (LEI 7245001BEJ6U6AUU1S58)
- AMF France white list - Bitonic B.V. (MiCAR CASP passport from Netherlands)
- Bitonic official website
- EU Digital Finance Platform - Bitonic B.V.
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