AUSTRAC Registration & Crypto Licensing Services

Creo Legal provides specialist legal services for crypto businesses seeking to obtain and maintain regulatory registrations and financial services authorisations in Australia, with deep expertise in AUSTRAC compliance for digital currency exchanges and crypto asset service providers.

AUSTRAC Registration for Digital Currency Exchanges

Assistance with registering as a Digital Currency Exchange (DCE) provider with AUSTRAC, Australia's financial intelligence agency and AML/CTF regulator. This is a mandatory requirement for crypto exchanges and certain digital asset businesses operating in Australia.

Financial Services Licensing

Legal advice on financial services licensing requirements under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and ASIC's regulatory framework for crypto exchanges operating in Australia. This includes assessment of Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) requirements and guidance on the applicable licensing pathway.

Exchange Establishment and Ongoing Licensing Compliance

Legal support for the establishment, licensing, and ongoing compliance of centralised and decentralised crypto exchanges operating in Australia. The firm also assists international crypto businesses entering the Australian market with their licensing and regulatory registration obligations.

Regulatory Correspondence and Filings

Assistance with regulatory filings, renewals, and correspondence with AUSTRAC and ASIC. Creo Legal has been advising crypto businesses since 2017 and brings specialist expertise in navigating Australia's evolving digital asset regulatory framework. All services are delivered by senior lawyers only on a fixed-fee basis, providing cost certainty for clients.