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Independent comparison of EU crypto-backed lenders

Borrow against
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We gather the published terms of Europe's crypto-backed loan providers in one place, so you can compare starting rates, LTV limits and licensing before you apply.

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EU countries in scope
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Crypto-backed lenders serving Europe

Figures below are taken from each provider's own public pages and may change without notice. Always confirm rates, fees and eligibility on the provider's site before applying.

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Multi-EU registered

Nexo

One of Europe's best-known crypto lenders. Borrow EUR, GBP or USD against 40+ cryptocurrencies. Holds several EU registrations and states $375M of custodial insurance cover.

Multi-EU LicensedBTCETH40+ assetsEUR/GBP/USD$375M Insured
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Clapp

Revolving crypto credit line operating under a Czech VASP registration. Interest is charged only on capital actually drawn. States Fireblocks custody across 19 collateral assets.

CZ VASP LicenseBTCETHSOL19 assetsFireblocks
EUR Direct

YouHodler

Swiss-based lender with direct EUR payouts. Fixed-term loans with stated LTV ratios across 50+ assets.

Swiss RegulatedBTCETH50+ assetsEUR Direct
EU Licensed

Nebeus

European platform offering instant credit lines and fixed-term loans, with optional insurance add-ons on EUR loans.

EU LicensedBTCETHCredit LineInsurance
Deep Liquidity

Binance Loans

The largest exchange lending desk by volume. Borrow stablecoins and convert to EUR via SEPA. Terms from 7 to 180 days.

Multi-JurisdictionBTCETHBNBUSDT/USDC
DeFi Protocol

Aave

Leading DeFi lending protocol. Non-custodial and permissionless, with algorithmic variable rates across 30+ assets. No KYC, but you manage liquidation risk yourself.

Non-CustodialETHWBTC30+ assetsOn-chain
🇪🇸 Spain

Bit2Me

Spain's largest regulated exchange, CNMV-registered. EUR loans backed by BTC and ETH, paid out via SEPA.

CNMV RegisteredBTCETHEUR LoansSEPA
No Deadline

Wirex

Crypto credit lines with no fixed repayment deadline — repayment is on your own schedule, which suits irregular income.

FCA/EMI LicensedBTCETHUSDTFlexible
DeFi Protocol

Compound

One of the original DeFi lending protocols. Algorithmic rates, non-custodial, widely used across Europe.

Non-CustodialETHWBTCDAIUSDC
Institutional

Arch Lending

Structured fixed-term loans aimed at long-term BTC holders and institutional clients in Europe.

RegulatedBTCETHFixed-termInstitutional

Rates last checked: 2026-09-17

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Enter your collateral and target LTV to see the maximum loan, the margin call threshold and the lowest published rate for that asset.

10% Conservative80% Aggressive
Collateral Value
€84,210
@ €84,210 / BTC
Maximum Loan
€42,105
at the selected LTV ratio
Margin Call Threshold
€56,140
unit price that triggers it (85% LTV)
⚠️ High LTV: Above 65% LTV a modest price drop can trigger liquidation of your collateral.

Indicative only. Prices are pulled live from CoinGecko; rates, fees and liquidation rules are set by each provider and are not included in this estimate.

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How a crypto-backed loan works

From comparison to funds received — usually within 24 hours.

1

Compare

Filter by asset and provider type, and check the starting rate and LTV limits.

2

Apply

Complete KYC/AML directly on the provider's own platform.

3

Lock Collateral

Transfer your crypto to the provider's custodian or to a smart contract.

4

Receive Funds

Get EUR or stablecoins, then repay on the provider's terms.

What we do — and what we don't

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Regulatory status

We record the licences and registrations each provider states publicly, and link to the source so you can check it yourself.

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Published rates

Starting APRs as advertised by each provider, with the date we last checked them.

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Custody terms

Where a provider publishes insurance, cold storage or proof-of-reserves details, we surface them.

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LTV Calculator

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Asset filters

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We re-check each provider's published terms every month and date the page accordingly.

Crypto lending under EU law

Context you should understand before pledging collateral.

National regulators

Beyond MiCA, providers may hold registrations with national regulators such as CONSOB and OAM in Italy, CNMV in Spain, BaFin in Germany or the AMF in France.

  • BaFin (Germany)
  • AMF / ACPR (France)
  • AFM (Netherlands)
  • MFSA (Malta)
  • FINMA (Switzerland)
  • CNMV (Spain)
  • Banca d'Italia (Italy)
  • Czech National Bank (Czech Rep.)

Crypto assets are not covered by EU deposit guarantee schemes. If your collateral falls in value, it can be liquidated in full.

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