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Martin Novak — Czech Republic Crypto License Expert

Martin Novak

Senior Crypto Licensing Consultant — Czech Republic · Crypto License Europe

Czech Republic · CNB8+ Years ExperienceMiCA CASP ExpertEU Passporting

Czech Republic specialist with 8 years of experience in CNB licensing and Czech financial regulation. Martin has led over 12 CASP authorization projects with the Czech National Bank and advises clients on navigating Czech MiCA implementation and regulatory requirements.

About Martin

Martin Novak leads Crypto License Europe's Czech Republic practice. The Czech National Bank (CNB) is the competent authority for MiCA CASP authorizations in the Czech Republic, and Martin's direct CNB relationships and expertise in Czech financial law give clients a significant advantage in the authorization process.

Martin joined Crypto License Europe in 2019 after roles at Deloitte Czech Republic and a Prague-based financial law firm. His background in Czech banking regulation and the Czech corporate environment makes him particularly effective for Central European clients or global firms targeting the Czech market.

Career History

  • 2014–2016 Junior Associate, Deloitte Legal Prague (Financial Regulation)Financial regulation, CNB licensing advisory, and compliance frameworks for Czech financial services firms.
  • 2016–2019 Associate, Kinstellar, Prague (Banking & Finance)Banking and finance law, CNB authorization, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance.
  • 2019–present Senior Crypto Licensing Consultant, Crypto License Europe (remote, Prague)Leading Czech Republic practice. CNB CASP authorization, MiCA implementation, EU passporting.

Education

Martin Novak holds an LL.M. from Charles University, Faculty of Law, specialising in EU financial services regulation and corporate law. He is fluent in Czech, Slovak, and English, and has studied EU financial regulation at the European Banking Institute.

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Martin and the Crypto License Europe team will assess your project, identify the optimal licensing route, and guide you through the full CNB authorization process.

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