On Apr. 4, 2025, MLT FSA issued circular to inform all CASPs licensed under Markets in Crypto-Assets Act of CASP Return latest version (v25-01-a) publication on its website.
Authorized persons to check website for updates to ensure most current version used.
New return is to be compiled and submitted via LH Portal initially by Apr. 30, 2025.
Later on must used deadlines stipulated in Markets in Crypto-Assets Rulebook and outlined in CASP Regulatory Documentation Table.
It is responsibility of authorized persons to ensure timely submission of CASP Return and accuracy of all data provided, in accordance with applicable regulatory framework.
Failure to comply may result in regulatory action in line with enforcement procedures.
On Jan. 6, MLT FSA consulted on crypto-asset service provider return.
MLT FSA launched consultation document on the crypto-asset service provider (CASP) return, with return guidance notes, crypto documentation table, return in excel format.
Issued in response to entry into force of Reg 2023/1114Crypto-asset markets and the Markets in crypto-assets act, 2024, which transposes/aligns to MiCA regulation.
Proposed CASP return is designed for collecting data essential to supervisory activities.
Includes sheets on: input; income statement; balance; services; own fund calculation; custody; safekeeping; outsourcing; clients; passporting; complaints; representations.
Guidance notes have been designed to support accurate, efficient returns compilation.
CASP return to be submitted quarterly from Dec. 30, 2024: interim return (ICR) at 3, 6, 9 months after accounting reference date; annual return (ACR) within 1 month of accounting reference date; audited annual return (AACR) within 6 months of this date.
Allows reporting in multiple currencies; automatically converts data points to EURO; validation feature for reliable data; calculates/aggregates prudential requirements.
Effectiveness
Comments are invited until Jan. 31, 2025.
Apr. 2025 Communication
On Apr. 4, 2025, MLT FSA issued circular to inform all CASPs licensed under Markets in Crypto-Assets Act of CASP Return latest version (v25-01-a) publication on its website.
Authorized persons to check website for updates to ensure most current version used.
New return is to be compiled and submitted via LH Portal initially by Apr. 30, 2025.
Later on must used deadlines stipulated in Markets in Crypto-Assets Rulebook and outlined in CASP Regulatory Documentation Table.
It is responsibility of authorized persons to ensure timely submission of CASP Return and accuracy of all data provided, in accordance with applicable regulatory framework.
Failure to comply may result in regulatory action in line with enforcement procedures.
