Costa Rica VASP Company for Sale
A Costa Rica VASP company is a crypto business registered with SUGEF for AML supervision under Article 15 bis of Law 7786. It is a low-cost, fast route for crypto businesses, but it is not an EU or MiCA licence. We source these entities off-market for qualified buyers — register your requirement and we will match you with suitable companies under NDA.
What VASP registration is and who regulates it
Virtual asset service providers in Costa Rica register with SUGEF (the General Superintendence of Financial Entities) for anti-money laundering supervision under Article 15 bis of Law 7786.
It is a low-cost, fast route for crypto businesses. It is not an EU or MiCA licence, so it does not give access to EU clients the way a MiCA CASP authorisation does. If you need EU market access, see our MiCA CASP acquisition guide.
What you get when you acquire an existing company
Acquisition process and change-of-control steps
Apply vs acquire a Costa Rica VASP
| Register a new VASP | Acquire an existing VASP | |
|---|---|---|
| SUGEF registration | New registration under Article 15 bis of Law 7786 | Existing registration, updated for new ownership |
| Cost and speed | Already a low-cost, fast route | Can be faster still when the registration is in place |
| Operating history | None | Existing history and records |
| EU access | Not an EU or MiCA licence | Not an EU or MiCA licence |
| Main risk | Building the AML programme yourself | Inheriting the seller's history — due diligence is essential |
Register your buyer requirement
We source these entities off-market for qualified buyers. Tell us what you need and we will match you with suitable companies. All communications are handled under strict NDA.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy a Costa Rica crypto company?
Yes, SUGEF-registered VASP companies can be acquired. We source these entities off-market for qualified buyers — register your requirement and we will match you with suitable companies under NDA.
Who supervises VASPs in Costa Rica?
VASPs register with SUGEF for AML supervision under Article 15 bis of Law 7786.
Is a Costa Rica VASP registration a MiCA licence?
No. It is not an EU or MiCA licence. For EU access you need a MiCA CASP authorisation.
Why choose Costa Rica for a crypto business?
It is a low-cost, fast route for crypto businesses that do not need EU authorisation.
What should I check before buying a Costa Rica VASP?
Confirm the SUGEF registration status, the AML programme, the company’s history and how owner and management changes must be reported.