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Is Push / Aave Push licensed under MiCA in the European Union?
Push / Aave Push's European entity (Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited) is recorded as an authorised Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, with its authorisation issued by Ireland on 12 November 2025.
Verdict: Push / Aave Push appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised CASPs.
| Legal entity | Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited |
|---|---|
| Home Member State | Ireland |
| National Competent Authority | Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) |
| Authorisation date | |
| Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) | 635400NEDOJDEJEQZQ77 |
| Authorised services | Exchange for funds, Exchange for crypto |
Source: ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers. Retrieved 30 June 2026.
About Push / Aave Push
Push (also branded Aave Push) is a fiat-to-stablecoin on- and off-ramp, not a bank, custodian, broker or asset manager. According to its own site, Push lets users move between euros and stablecoins with no Push fees and no spreads, on- and off-ramping between a bank account and a self-custodied wallet via open banking through Plaid. It is explicitly non-custodial: Push states it does not hold custody of stablecoins and that all transfers go straight to the user's wallet. The service is described as available to Irish residents aged 18 and over, accessed through the Family wallet app on iOS, with Push stating it plans to expand to further EEA countries. Source: push.co
The service is operated by Aave Labs through its wholly owned Irish subsidiary, Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited, headquartered in Ireland. The research describes the offering as euro-to-stablecoin spot conversion (multi-asset but focused on stablecoins such as GHO, not Bitcoin-only), with EUR and SEPA support and no conversion fees. Aave Labs reports that the authorisation covers only this regulated fiat-to-stablecoin on/off-ramp and does not extend to the decentralised Aave Protocol. Based on the research, Push does not offer custody, savings or DCA, staking, or card services. Sources: Aave - MiCAR approval announcement, Yahoo Finance
On the legal point, the contracting and authorised entity is Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited, regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. The research indicates it was authorised as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU MiCA regulation on 12 November 2025, and the entity appears on the AMF France MiCA white list of authorised CASPs. Under the ESMA service classifications, this MiCA authorisation covers Exchange of crypto-assets for funds and Exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets. It does not, on the basis of this research, cover other MiCA services such as custody and administration, operation of a trading platform, placing, reception and transmission of orders, advice, or portfolio management. Sources: AMF France MiCA white list, Aave - MiCAR approval
Which crypto services is Push / Aave Push authorised to offer in the EU?
Under its MiCA authorisation issued by Central Bank of Ireland (CBI), Push / Aave Push (Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited) 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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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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Exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets
The exchange offers crypto-to-crypto trading (e.g. BTC to ETH). Required for most spot trading pairs not denominated in fiat.
Which services is Push / Aave Push not authorised to offer?
Push / Aave Push's MiCA licence does not cover: Custody, Trading platform, Order execution, Placing, Order R&T, Advice, Portfolio mgmt, Transfer services. These services may still be offered by other authorised providers, or by Push / Aave Push 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 Push / Aave Push licensed in Ireland?
The CBI's MiCA approach mirrors its strict banking-supervision posture. Kraken's Payward entities chose Ireland for their MiCA authorisation in June 2025. Source: Central Bank of Ireland (CBI).
| National Competent Authority | Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) |
|---|---|
| Investor compensation | Irish Investor Compensation Scheme up to €20,000. |
| Regulatory context | English-speaking, regulator-respected; expensive to establish. |
What does this mean for users of Push / Aave Push in the EU?
If you transact through Push / Aave Push's EEA-authorised entity (Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited), 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 Push / Aave Push's terms of service that your contracting entity is Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited, not a non-EEA affiliate.
Which MiCA-authorised exchanges are alternatives to Push / Aave Push?
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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Understand the regulatory context behind Push / Aave Push's entry on the register:
Frequently asked questions about Push / Aave Push and MiCA
Is Push / Aave Push licensed under MiCA?
Yes. Push / Aave Push appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised Crypto-Asset Service Providers, with its authorisation issued by the competent authority of Ireland.
Which EU countries can Push / Aave Push 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 Push / Aave Push 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 Push / Aave Push'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 Push / Aave Push's entry is on this page under 'Sources'.
Sources
- ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers
- Central Bank of Ireland (CBI)
- ESMA MiCA Register - Push / Aave Push (Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited)
- Push / Aave Push official website
- Push by Aave Labs - official website
- AMF France MiCA white list - Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited
- Aave - MiCAR approval announcement
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