Binance withdraws Greek MiCA license bid days before EU deadline

Binance pulled its MiCA license application in Greece just days before the July 1 EU deadline, after reports that Greek, Irish, and Latvian regulators raised concerns about its past legal issues. Binance says it will seek authorization in another EU country and is not leaving Europe.

• Binance withdrew its Greek MiCA application days before the July 1 EU compliance deadline
• Greek, Irish, and Latvian regulators reportedly raised concerns about Binance's legal history and corporate structure
• Binance says it will seek a license in another EU country and user funds remain safe
• Under MiCA rules, unlicensed firms must wind down EU operations by July 1
• The exchange said it is confident it will secure a license in the coming months

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Last updated 25 Jun 2026