We are happy to announce that a big milestone has been reached in the growth of Relai. As one of the first Bitcoin companies, we successfully obtained a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license from the French Financial Markets Authority AMF.
This license will allow us to offer Relai’s services across the European Union, starting with France. Now, we’re one giant step closer to our mission to give as many people as possible easy access to Bitcoin.
A milestone for Relai, and for Bitcoin in Europe
As a regulated financial services provider in Switzerland, we have built a sizeable, loyal community across the Swiss Confederation. This was followed in early 2025 by a registration with the financial authorities in Italy. The next big step is now: obtaining the MiCA license from the French Financial Markets Authority (AMF).
The MiCA license changes the game and opens the door for Relai in Europe.
With this license, we can scale at speed and offer our services to more users across 30 EEA countries. For all of them, our easy-to-use, regulated, and award-winning app is now available. No restrictions and without borders. Just like Bitcoin.
At Relai, one thing never changes: self-custody comes first. You always own your Bitcoin. No compromises, no third-party custody.
Here’s what it means for you as a Relai user
There is currently no need for you to take any action.
You can continue buying and selling Bitcoin as usual.
Soon, as a Relai user, you will be able to accept Relai EU’s new terms and conditions directly in the Relai app. We will inform you separately about this and update this blog post accordingly.
Our mission remains unchanged: we want to help as many people as possible take control of their financial future. With real Bitcoin, securely stored in their own self-custodial wallet.
With Relai, you’ll benefit from:
- 24/7 instant Bitcoin buys: Get BTC in seconds via Instant SEPA
- Higher trading limits: Buy more Bitcoin for your Euros
- Complete price transparency: See your final, fixed price upfront
- Flexible payment options: Local providers available across the eurozone
- Easy Bitcoin learning: Beginner-friendly content in multiple languages
- European community events: Join exclusive gatherings and member meetups
- Best-in-class security: Protect your BTC with cutting-edge security technology
And, of course, the same excellent service as before.
Important note for existing auto-invest plans
Please update your existing standing orders to the new SEPA IBAN if you regularly buy bitcoin with one or more auto-invest plans in the Relai app.
We’re keeping our promise: one free Bitcoin purchase per month with 0% fees on recurring orders up to 100 EUR. No hidden costs, no surprises: just straightforward Bitcoin buying.
Plus, our Relai Private and Relai Business teams are ready to serve high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients. Stay tuned for updates.
Relai is growing alongside Bitcoin
We have grown significantly over the past year, with no signs of slowing down.
Julian Liniger, Co-Founder and CEO at Relai AG Switzerland, says:
“We’re incredibly proud to be one of the first Bitcoin companies to get the MiCA license and are eager to expand to France first and Europe in a second step!”
Adem Bilican, Co-Founder and President at Relai EU, adds:
“Relai is one of the first Bitcoin-only companies to receive the MiCA license. This is a breakthrough not just for us, but for the whole Bitcoin industry across Europe. Our goal is clear: Bringing Bitcoin to as many people as possible. Simple, secure, regulated.”
Our most important current figures:
- More than 90,000 users
- Over 600,000 total app downloads and $1 billion in total volume
- $12 million raised in 2024 to finance our expansion
- After Switzerland and Italy, now also in the EU (initially in France)
Here’s how you can support us
Would you like to help us grow even faster across the European Union? Here’s how:
- Follow us on X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Reddit
- Join over 45,000 others and get the most important news from the Bitcoin world by subscribing to our weekly Bitcoin newsletter (now also available in Italian)
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel, where you’ll find exciting videos on the topic of Bitcoin
- Check out our blog for beginner-friendly Bitcoin content and Relai news
Disclaimer: Relai is authorized to provide crypto-asset services in Switzerland and across the European Union under the MiCA regulatory framework. The company is actively expanding its services to EU member states following the completion of passporting notifications.
