The DFSA publishes Crypto Token FAQs to support implementation of updated…

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has published a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document to support firms in understanding and implementing its updated Crypto Token regulatory framework, which came into force on 12 January 2026. The FAQs are intended to provide practical clarification on the application of the DFSA Rulebook to financial services and activities involving Crypto Tokens in or from Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

The updated framework strengthens the DFSA's approach to crypto regulation by providing greater regulatory clarity for firms, reinforcing market integrity and investor protection, and aligning the DIFC regime with evolving international standards and market practice.

The FAQs cover key areas including:

• When authorisation is required for Crypto Token-related activities in DIFC;
• The DFSA's expectations for firm-led Crypto Token suitability assessments and ongoing monitoring;
• The treatment of Fiat Crypto Tokens (stablecoins);
• Funds investing in Crypto Tokens; and
• How the regime applies across different business models and financial services activities.

The publication of these FAQs follows strong market engagement on the DFSA's updated framework, including a recent DFSA webinar which brought together more than 600 participants from across the financial services and digital assets ecosystem.

The DFSA will review and update the FAQs periodically, and firms are encouraged to refer to the latest version alongside the relevant provisions of the DFSA Rulebook, Supervisory Guidelines on Assessing the Suitability of Crypto Tokens, and the Policy Statement on Fiat Crypto Tokens.

The Crypto Token FAQs are available here.​​​​