On April 23, 2021, notice no. 3/2021 of the Bank of Portugal was published, which regulates the filing procedures, registration applications and applications to modify the registration of companies that carry out or intend to carry out activities with virtual assets. On January 24, 2023, notice no. 1/2023 of the Bank of Portugal was published, regulating the aspects necessary to ensure compliance with obligations to prevent money laundering and the financing of terrorism. The registration of companies operating with virtual assets is now mandatory.