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EU Crypto Regulation to Ban Privacy Coins – Are You Affected?

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Mustafa Mulla

If you’re a crypto user living in the EU or planning to use European crypto platforms, big changes are coming. The European Union has passed a powerful new law, the Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), which will change how crypto works in Europe starting July 1, 2027. Meanwhile, anonymous wallets or privacy-focused coins will be banned completely. 

Here is the list of coins, check if you hold any. If you do, here’s what you might need to consider next.

No More Anonymous Crypto or Privacy Coins

The days of anonymous crypto accounts are nearing an end, as the European Union takes a firm step toward tighter oversight. This major change is part of the EU’s new Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), which aims to stop illegal activity by making all crypto transactions traceable.

In addition to banning anonymous accounts, the regulation includes a direct ban on tokens that enhance privacy and obscure transactions. Meanwhile, any crypto transaction over €1,000 will now require full ID verification.

No matter what platform you use, bank, app, or crypto exchange, you’ll need to complete full KYC (Know Your Customer) checks to use their services

List of Coins Which Are Banned

The EU’s new rules will make it illegal for crypto platforms to list or support privacy coins. This includes popular tokens like Monero (XMR), Zcash (ZEC), and Dash (DASH) — all known for hiding user transactions.

If you currently hold any of these coins, you’ll need to plan and explore your options before the ban takes effect in July 2027.

Meet AMLA – The New Crypto Watchdog

To make sure these rules are followed, the EU is setting up a brand-new authority called AMLA (Anti-Money Laundering Authority). Starting in 2027, AMLA will directly oversee larger crypto platforms that operate in at least six EU countries. Around 40 major players are expected to be selected for direct monitoring.

Companies handling over €50 million in transactions or serving more than 20,000 customers in a single country will fall under this watch.

What Should Crypto Users Do Now?

If you’re using platforms that offer anonymous services or privacy coins, it’s time to start planning ahead. Over the next two years, crypto firms will begin making changes to follow these new rules.

FAQs

Which privacy coins are banned under EU crypto law?

Monero (XMR), Zcash (ZEC), and Dash (DASH) are among the privacy coins banned under the AMLR starting in 2027.

What is AMLA and how will it regulate crypto in the EU?

AMLA is the EU’s new watchdog that will oversee major crypto platforms operating across multiple EU countries starting in 2027.

What is the EU AMLR law and when does it start?

The EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR) takes effect on July 1, 2027, enforcing stricter crypto KYC and privacy coin bans.

Mustafa Mulla

Mustafa has been writing about Blockchain and crypto since many years. He has previous trading experience and has been working in the Fintech industry since 2017.

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