#SouthKoreaCryptoPolicy

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) will lift its long-standing institution ban in 2025. In the first half, charities, universities, law enforcement can now sell crypto donations via real-name exchange accounts; by year‑end, around 3,500 listed companies and professional investors will be allowed similar access under a phased pilot . The FSC plans to release institutional crypto‑investment guidelines in Q3, including rules on custody, anti‑money‑laundering, stablecoins, and transparent token listing . Additionally, cross‑border crypto trades will require registration and monthly reporting to the Bank of Korea starting H2 2025 . These reforms aim to balance innovation with investor safety in line with global trends.