The Central Bank of Uruguay announced that a fully online process for authorization and registration applications from virtual asset service providers will begin on September 1, 2026. Firms covered by the regulatory framework must obtain prior authorization from the Financial Services Superintendency before operating. The process is the third fully digital procedure introduced under the central bank’s authorization program and the first to involve an assessment of legality, opportunity and convenience. Earlier digital procedures involved registration only. The central bank will hold information sessions for affected firms and other interested parties, including a demonstration of the application, an explanation of the authorization stages and a question-and-answer session.
2026-08-21Central Bank of Uruguay
Central Bank of Uruguay to launch fully online authorization and registration process for virtual asset service providers on September 1
The Central Bank of Uruguay will introduce a fully online authorization and registration process for virtual asset service providers on September 1, 2026. Covered firms must obtain prior authorization from the Financial Services Superintendency before operating. Information sessions will explain the process and demonstrate the application.