Lithuania OTC Trading Desk — Compliant Development
Launch an OTC trading desk in Lithuania with compliance controls mapped to Bank of Lithuania and MiCA. Block Intelligence builds production software; independent counsel handles licensing.
Compliance scope
Lithuania · OTC Trading Desk
Lithuania supervises crypto-asset service providers under MiCA through Bank of Lithuania (Bank of Lithuania). Firms offering exchange, custody, advisory, or other CASP services must obtain authorization and meet prudential, governance, and AML requirements before serving clients in the EU.
| Jurisdiction | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Bank of Lithuania |
| Product | OTC Trading Desk |
Software
Built-in compliance controls
- RFQ, quote, and block-trade workflows with approval chains
- Counterparty KYC and credit/limit management
- Settlement tracking and nostro/vostro reconciliation
- Trade blotter exports for compliance and finance
- Integration with liquidity providers and custodians
- Integration of KYC processes for client onboarding
- AML monitoring for all trades and transactions
- Detailed transaction reporting for regulatory compliance
Block Intelligence provides technology development and compliance-oriented software architecture. We are not a law firm. Licensing and regulatory advice is provided by independent legal partners in each jurisdiction. Information is current as of 2026-03-01 and subject to change.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- What is an OTC trading desk?
- An OTC trading desk facilitates the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies directly between parties, often for larger transactions.
- Is an OTC trading desk regulated in Lithuania?
- Yes, OTC trading desks must comply with MiCA regulations and obtain CASP authorization from the Bank of Lithuania.
- How can Block Intelligence assist with OTC trading desk compliance?
- Block Intelligence provides compliant software solutions and collaborates with legal partners to ensure proper licensing.