Pakistan opens virtual asset licensing portal, sets September 5 deadline
The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) has notified its licensing regulations and opened the licensing portal for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), completing the regulatory framework for licensing and supervision of the sect
August 21, 2026 (MLN): The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) has notified its licensing regulations and opened the licensing portal for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), completing the regulatory framework for licensing and supervision of the sector in Pakistan. Issued under the Virtual Assets Act, 2026, the regulations establish 10 licence categories covering exchanges, custody, broker-dea...