VARA Guides

Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) Guides

Explore detailed guides on VARA regulations, compliance, and strategic insights prepared by Rasma Legal.

VARA Custody Services Overview

VARA Custody Services: Key Requirements and Compliance

Explains VARA’s custody framework, safeguarding client assets, governance obligations, and compliance standards.

VARA Broker-Dealer Services Overview

VARA Broker-Dealer License: What you Need to Know

Explains VARA’s broker-dealer framework, requirements, updated rules, costs, and Rasma Legal’s support.

VARA Licensing Process Overview

The VARA Licensing Process: What you Need to Know

Explains the two-stage VARA licensing framework, ATI approval, full application requirements, and compliance obligations.

VARA Regulatory Framework Overview

Understanding VARA’s Regulatory Framework and Cross-Jurisdictional Coordination

Explains VARA’s jurisdiction, cooperation with SCA and DFSA, licensing coordination with free zones and DET, AML/CFT obligations, and its relationship with the UAE Central Bank.