Kenya: Authorisation requirements in Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations, 2026
Progress
Current status
in consultation
10 Apr 2026 processing consultation
17 Mar 2026 in consultation
Scope
Implementers
Kenya
Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Authorisation of goods or services
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)
other service provider
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
National Treasury closes consultation on Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations including authorisation requirements
On 10 April 2026, the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury closes the consultation on the draft Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations. The Regulations implement Section 49 of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (No. 20 of 2025…
SourceEvent type
order
Action type
consultation closed
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government
National Treasury opened consultation on Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations including authorisation requirements
On 17 March 2026, the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury opened a consultation on the draft Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations until 10 April 2026. The Regulations implement Section 49 of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 20…
SourceEvent type
order
Action type
consultation opened
Government branch
executive
Government body
central government