Is LBank available in Italy?
LBank does not appear on the European Securities and Markets Authority register of authorised crypto asset service providers, and it is not authorised under the European Union Markets in Crypto Assets framework supervised in Italy by CONSOB and Banca d'Italia. The Italian transitional period set 30 December 2025 as the final date for providers to comply, so treat LBank as not available to Italian residents through an authorised route.
Information, not advice. This is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Verify the current rules with a qualified local professional and the official regulator before acting.
How we checked this. We set this status by reading the platform's own terms of use and country eligibility, and the public register kept by the named regulator, then dated the result. Availability can change, so confirm directly with the platform and the regulator before acting. As of 26 June 2026.
As of 26 June 2026, LBank is not authorised under the European Union Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework and does not appear on the European Securities and Markets Authority register of authorised crypto asset service providers. In Italy the national competent authorities are CONSOB and Banca d'Italia, and Italy set 30 December 2025 as the final date for crypto asset service providers to apply under MiCA. Treat LBank as not available to residents of Italy through a MiCA authorised route and verify the current position before acting.
Availability for Italy residents
Across the European Union, crypto platforms are now expected to operate under the Markets in Crypto Assets framework, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114, either through a national authorisation or by passporting an authorisation held in another member state. In Italy the national competent authorities are the Commissione Nazionale per le Societa e la Borsa, known as CONSOB, and Banca d'Italia, while the European Securities and Markets Authority maintains the union wide register of authorised providers.
Italy chose a shorter transition, setting 30 December 2025 as the final date for providers to comply with MiCA. Firms that applied by the deadline could continue while their application is assessed, while firms that did not apply were expected to wind down and return client assets. As of 26 June 2026, LBank does not appear on the European Securities and Markets Authority register and is not authorised in Italy.
Because LBank holds no MiCA authorisation that can be passported into Italy, the authorised route is treated here as not available, and the position should be confirmed directly with CONSOB.
Access, KYC, and products
LBank is a global crypto exchange that offers spot and derivatives trading. It is a custodial platform, which means it holds the assets in an account on the user behalf rather than giving the user the private keys, and it requires identity verification, known as know your customer, before trading.
Under MiCA the relevant question for an Italian resident is authorisation. A provider that serves Italy is expected to hold a MiCA authorisation, safeguard client assets, and meet governance and disclosure standards supervised by CONSOB and Banca d'Italia. Without that authorisation, a platform should not be marketing services to Italian residents, so confirm the regulatory position rather than the day to day mechanics.
How crypto is taxed in Italy
Italy taxes crypto for individuals, with the Agenzia delle Entrate as the tax authority. Gains on crypto have been taxed as miscellaneous income through a substitute tax, and the rate and thresholds have been the subject of recent legislative change, so the figure in force can depend on the year of disposal.
Because the rate has been changing, confirm the current treatment with the Agenzia delle Entrate or a qualified adviser rather than relying on a fixed number. See the Italy crypto tax page for a fuller explanation. This is general information, not tax advice (as of 26 June 2026).
Regulator and sources
The Italy national competent authorities for crypto under MiCA are CONSOB and Banca d'Italia, and tax is administered by the Agenzia delle Entrate. The position below is stated as of 26 June 2026 and should be confirmed on the primary sources.
- European Securities and Markets Authority, register of authorised crypto asset service providers under the Markets in Crypto Assets framework.
- CONSOB and Banca d'Italia, guidance on MiCA authorisation and the Italian deadline of 30 December 2025.
- Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (EU) 2023/1114, the authorisation regime for crypto asset service providers.
- Agenzia delle Entrate, guidance on the taxation of crypto for individuals in Italy.
Frequently asked questions
Is LBank available in Italy?
As of 26 June 2026, LBank is not authorised under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets framework and does not appear on the European Securities and Markets Authority register. Italy set 30 December 2025 as the final date to apply, so treat it as not available through an authorised route and verify the position.
Does LBank hold a MiCA licence for Italy?
No. As of 26 June 2026, LBank does not appear on the European Securities and Markets Authority register of authorised crypto asset service providers, and it is not authorised by CONSOB or Banca d'Italia.
Is it legal to own crypto in Italy?
Yes. Holding, buying, and selling crypto is legal in Italy and is supervised under the EU Markets in Crypto Assets framework. The open question on this page is the authorisation of the LBank platform, not whether owning crypto is allowed.
What was the 30 December 2025 deadline in Italy?
Italy set 30 December 2025 as the final date for crypto asset service providers to apply under MiCA. Firms that did not apply were expected to wind down and return client assets, while applicants could continue while assessed.
How is crypto taxed in Italy?
Italy has taxed crypto gains as miscellaneous income through a substitute tax, with the Agenzia delle Entrate as the authority, and the rate has been subject to legislative change. Confirm the current figure. See the Italy crypto tax page. This is general information, not tax advice.
Where can I confirm the current position?
Check the European Securities and Markets Authority register, CONSOB notices, and LBank own published updates. Those primary sources are the most current way to confirm availability before acting.
Rules change frequently. Exchange availability and authorisations can change at short notice, and the Italian position is firm now that the deadline of 30 December 2025 has passed. The position on this page is dated 26 June 2026. Confirm the current status with CONSOB and the platform before you act.
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