Legal - Licenses
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Because at AquaBlockChain we support a future enabled by cryptocurrency, and in those who invest in its potential. Its applications, opportunities, industries, jobs. Its future for people around the world.
We believe crypto will provide the mechanisms and infrastructure to bring ideas into the world at a faster pace, creating greater inclusion, transparency, and integrity.
USA
Licenses
AquaBlockChain Limited is licensed in the following US jurisdictions.
AquaBlockChain Limited is also registered as a Money Services Business with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS No. 2560370).
AquaBlockChain Limited – US Licensing Information
Licensed Jurisdictions
Alabama – SC Money Transmitter License 966
Alaska – Money Transmitter License AKMT‑018002
Arizona – Money Transmitter License
Arkansas – Money Transmitter License 2560370
Connecticut – Money Transmitter License MT‑2560370
Delaware – Money Transmitter License 041876
District of Columbia – Money Transmitter License MTR2560370
Florida – Money Transmitters Part II FT 230000539
Idaho – Money Transmitter License MTL‑0373
Illinois – Money Transmitter License MT.0000525
Iowa – Money Services License 2024‑0050
Kansas – Money Transmitter License MT.0000280
Maine – Money Transmitter License
Maryland – Money Transmitter License 2560370
Michigan – Money Transmitter License MT0026201
Minnesota – Money Transmitter License MN‑MT‑2560370
Mississippi – Money Transmitter License 2560370
Nebraska – Money Transmitter License
New Hampshire – Money Transmitter License 2560370‑MT
New Mexico – Money Transmission License
North Dakota – Money Transmitter License MT105009
Ohio – Money Transmitter License OHMT 305
Oklahoma – Money Transmission License
Oregon – Money Transmitter License #2560370
Pennsylvania – Money Transmitter License 111242
Rhode Island – Currency Transmitter 20244791CT
South Carolina – Money Transmitter License
Tennessee – Money Transmitter License 2560370
Washington – Money Transmitter License 550‑MT‑156724
West Virginia – Money Transmitter License WVMT‑2560370
Wisconsin – Money Transmitter License 2560370MT
Wyoming – Money Transmitter License MT‑7367
Applications in Progress Licensing applications are currently in progress for:
Georgia
Kentucky
Louisiana
Nevada
North Carolina
South Dakota
Texas
Vermont
Customers in these states will not be serviced by AquaBlockChain Limited until licenses have been obtained.
Exemptions:
Caleb and Brown Limited has received correspondence from the relevant regulator in the following US jurisdictions that its services do not trigger license registration obligations:
California
Colorado
Hawaii
Indiana
Massachusetts
Missouri
Montana
New Jersey
Utah
Virginia
AquaBlockChain Limited – Disclosures
Alaska
For Alaska Residents Only:
If your issue is unresolved by AquaBlockChain Limited, please submit formal complaints with the State of Alaska, Division of Banking & Securities.
Submit formal complaint form with supporting documents:
Division of Banking & Securities PO Box 110807 Juneau, AK 99811-0807
Arizona
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may complete an Online Complaint Form or file via the AZ e‑Licensing Portal.
Arkansas
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file the completed complaint form by mailing to:
Arkansas Securities Department 1 Commerce Way, Suite 402 Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
Connecticut
If you have a question or complaint regarding our Services, you may contact AquaBlockChain Limited.
If not satisfied, you may contact the Connecticut Department of Banking.
Virtual Currency Disclosures
- Virtual currency is not legal tender in the United States and is not backed by the U.S. government.
- Accounts and balances are not subject to FDIC or SIPC protections.
- AquaBlockChain Limited charges a commission when you buy, sell, swap, or convert digital currencies.
- Transactions are irreversible once executed and recorded on the blockchain.
District of Columbia
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with:
Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking 1050 First St., NE, Suite 801 Washington, DC 20002
Florida
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
Disclosure
By granting AquaBlockChain Limited a license, the Florida Office of Financial Regulation is not endorsing the use of digital or virtual currencies. Digital currencies are not legal tender and carry risk of financial loss.
Illinois
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the Illinois Division of Banking.
Kansas
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
Maryland
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the Maryland Department of Labor.
Additional information about AquaBlockChain Limited may be obtained at NMLS Consumer Access.
Minnesota
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
Virtual Currency Disclosures
- Commission will not exceed $10 for transactions under $200, or 6% for larger trades.
- Virtual currency is not legal tender and is not backed by the U.S. government.
- Transactions are irrevocable and losses may not be recoverable.
- AquaBlockChain Limited does not currently support preauthorized transfers.
Mississippi
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the Mississippi Department of Banking & Consumer Finance.
North Dakota
AquaBlockChain Limited is licensed by the North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions as a money transmitter.
If unresolved, you may contact the North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions.
Virtual Currency Disclosures
- Virtual currency is not legal tender and is not backed by the U.S. government.
- AquaBlockChain Limited charges a fee not exceeding 3.5% of the USD value of the cryptocurrency.
Pennsylvania
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the PA Dept of Banking and Securities.
Rhode Island
Virtual Currency Disclosures
- Commission will not exceed $10 for transactions under $200, or 6% for larger trades.
- Virtual currency is not legal tender and is not backed by the U.S. government.
- Transactions are irrevocable and losses may not be recoverable.
- AquaBlockChain Limited does not currently support preauthorized transfers.
Tennessee
AquaBlockChain Limited is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions as a money transmitter.
The Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions does not regulate virtual currency.
If unresolved, you may file a complaint with the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions.
South Carolina
If you have a complaint, please contact AquaBlockChain Limited. If unresolved, you may file it with the South Carolina Money Services Division.
Washington
Virtual Currency Disclosures
- AquaBlockChain Limited charges a fee not exceeding 3.5% of the USD value of the cryptocurrency.
- Virtual currency is not legal tender and is not backed by the U.S. government.
- Transactions may be irreversible and losses may not be recoverable.
- The nature of virtual currency may lead to increased risk of fraud or cyber attack.
If unresolved, you may file a complaint with the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.