Amber Premium s Dubai Subsidiary Receives In-Principle Approval from VARA

Amber Premium FZE, the Dubai branch of Amber International Holding Limited, announced on December 18, 2025, that it has received in-principle approval IPA from Dubai s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority VARA . This approval is a significant step towards obtaining full authorization for providing virtual asset services in the UAE.
The IPA highlights Amber Premium s commitment to compliance and allows the company to enhance its institutional-grade digital wealth management services in the region.
VARA s in-principle approval is a milestone in our long-term build,
said Michael Wu, CEO and Chairman of Amber Premium. He also mentioned that the firm will continue to work through the licensing process with VARA.
The approval permits Amber Premium FZE to operate while awaiting full licensing from VARA. The company is expected to complete the licensing process after fulfilling VARA s final requirements. This development will benefit ultra-high-net-worth individuals and institutions in the UAE, with full services being offered where local laws and regulatory approvals allow.