Crypto business in India: access to a market of 1.4 billion users

Crypto business in India: access to a market of 1.4 billion users

Strategic structuring and regulatory advisory

  • Comprehensive project structuring
  • Banking support, cross-border liquidity, and capital raising
  • For crypto exchanges, custody providers, and blockchain funds
  • Full regulatory support and ongoing legal assistance

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About the service

Mirsatori provides access to one of the world’s largest digital markets, with a population of 1.4+ billion and strong growth in crypto transaction volumes.

End-to-end support is provided for launching a crypto business in India: a legal and regulatory audit of the existing structure, design of the optimal market-entry model (branch, subsidiary, or partnership), company incorporation and obtaining the required regulatory approvals, banking setup and cross-border liquidity arrangements, ongoing compliance support, and representation before competent authorities.

Benefits of entering the Indian market

Get a practical guide addressing the critical questions when launching a crypto business in India

Get a practical guide addressing the critical questions when launching a crypto business in India

  • How to legally open a corporate bank account for a crypto business in India
  • Which approvals or registrations are required from the RBI and FIU-IND for virtual asset operations
  • Which market-entry structure to choose: branch, subsidiary, or partnership
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Which crypto projects are entering the Indian market?

Crypto exchanges and trading platforms

Centralized and decentralized exchanges (CEX, DEX), brokerage and P2P platforms. Mandatory registration with FIU-IND, implementation of AML/CFT procedures, and banking arrangements for fiat operations.

Custody services

Safekeeping of clients’ crypto assets, private key management, and institutional custody solutions. Strict security and insurance standards, with compliance under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Web3 projects and tokenization

Token sales, DAOs, NFT platforms, GameFi projects, and asset tokenization initiatives. Registration with FIU-IND is required for lawful integration with India’s financial system.

Get a detailed consultation on launching a crypto business in India

Get a detailed consultation on launching a crypto business in India

Submit an inquiry to discuss the requirements for your business model, the regulators’ current rules for 2026, and the launch budget.

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Key requirements for operating with crypto assets in India

  • FIU-IND registrationSince March 2023, all virtual asset service providers are required to register with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND). Registration is a mandatory condition for lawful operations.
  • RBI approvalsDepending on the business model, approvals from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may be required to conduct virtual asset–related operations.
  • Tax registrationsRegistration with the Indian tax authorities and ensuring compliance with GST and income tax requirements.
  • Tax on income from crypto assetsIncome from transactions involving virtual assets is taxed at a rate of 30%.
  • TDS — tax deducted at sourceA 1% Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) applies to virtual asset transactions above the prescribed threshold.
  • Tax planningMirsatori provides structuring of tax obligations and timely compliance with Indian tax law requirements.
  • Personal data protectionMandatory compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 for companies processing data of Indian residents.
  • BankingOpening corporate bank accounts for a crypto business with Indian banks is a key issue requiring professional legal support.
  • Cross-border operationsRaising liquidity from other jurisdictions is possible subject to compliance with India’s foreign exchange framework (Foreign Exchange Management Act, FEMA) and RBI requirements.
  • AML/CFT proceduresCrypto companies fall under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and must implement the relevant AML/CFT procedures.
  • Customer identificationMandatory implementation of customer identification (KYC) procedures and transaction monitoring in line with PMLA requirements.
  • Ongoing compliance monitoringMirsatori provides ongoing monitoring of regulatory changes and timely updates to the company’s internal policies.

How crypto projects are launched in the Indian market

How crypto projects are launched in the Indian market

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A detailed cost breakdown will be prepared: from company incorporation and regulatory fees to office lease expenses and team setup. You will receive a transparent financial launch model tailored to your business model and the regulatory requirements in India.

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