VARA Licensed VASPs: 21 ▲ +3 YTD | Enforcement Actions: 36 ▲ +2 in 2026 | VARA Rulebook Version: v2.0 ▲ May 2025 | Licensed Activities: 7 Categories ▲ Full Market | VARA Applications Pending: 147 ▲ +12 | AML/CFT Circulars: 41 ▲ +4 in 2026 | Free Zone Partners: DWTCA + DET ▲ Active | Unlicensed Firms Listed: 36+ ▲ Growing | VARA Licensed VASPs: 21 ▲ +3 YTD | Enforcement Actions: 36 ▲ +2 in 2026 | VARA Rulebook Version: v2.0 ▲ May 2025 | Licensed Activities: 7 Categories ▲ Full Market | VARA Applications Pending: 147 ▲ +12 | AML/CFT Circulars: 41 ▲ +4 in 2026 | Free Zone Partners: DWTCA + DET ▲ Active | Unlicensed Firms Listed: 36+ ▲ Growing |

Licensing Guide

Step-by-step intelligence on the VARA licensing process — from initial application through MVP preparatory and operational licence stages, including fee structures and documentation requirements.

VARA Licence Fees and Costs — Complete Fee Structure Analysis

Comprehensive analysis of VARA licensing fees including application costs, NOC fees, amendment charges, whitepaper submission fees, and the total cost of obtaining a VASP licence in Dubai.

Updated Jan 1, 0001

VARA Licensed Activity Categories — Complete Guide to the Seven Regulated Activities

Comprehensive analysis of all seven VARA-regulated virtual asset activity categories, including advisory, broker-dealer, custody, exchange, lending, payment, and VA management services.

Updated Jan 1, 0001

VARA's Two-Step Licensing Process — From Application to Operational Licence

Complete walkthrough of the VARA two-step MVP licensing process for Virtual Asset Service Providers, covering MVP Preparatory and MVP Operational stages, documentation requirements, and approval timelines.

Updated Jan 1, 0001
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