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Select Membership Type

Choose the category that best describes you or your organization.

Corporate Membership

For Established Businesses and Industry Leaders

Designed for companies operating in or supporting the virtual asset industry, including exchanges, wallet providers, blockchain infrastructure, fintech, legal, consulting, and other related services. Corporate Members play a key role in shaping industry development and policy dialogue in Pakistan.

Annual Fee

PKR 75,000

(approx. USD 270)

Admission Fee (One-time)

PKR 5000

(approx. USD 18)

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Digital Membership Certificate & Verification — Receive a digital membership certificate and verifiable VAAP member status.
  • Seat at industry roundtables and policy discussions
  • Access to research, market insights and regulatory updates
  • Participation in VAAP-led events, working groups and delegations
  • Visibility through VAAP's platform and media channels
  • Opportunities to collaborate with government and international partners
  • Nominate representatives for committees (subject to governance rules)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Pakistan-registered legal entity (with valid NTN)
  • Active business in virtual assets or related services
  • Submit company profile and required documents
  • Subject to verification and approval by VAAP

Associate Membership

For Organizations Supporting the Industry

Recommended for international companies & projects

For organizations, service providers and institutions that support or align with the virtual asset ecosystem without operating as core industry businesses. Associate Members contribute to a stronger, more collaborative industry.

Annual Fee

PKR 50,000

(approx. USD 180)

Admission Fee (One-time)

PKR 5000

(approx. USD 18)

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Digital Membership Certificate & Verification — Receive a digital membership certificate and verifiable VAAP member status.
  • Access to VAAP research and industry updates
  • Participation in select events and working groups
  • Networking with industry and policy stakeholders
  • Visibility as a supporting organization
  • Collaboration on ecosystem initiatives

Eligibility Criteria

  • Registered organization or institution
  • Aligned interest in the virtual asset ecosystem
  • Submit organization profile
  • Generally non-voting, subject to approval by VAAP

Startup Membership

For Early Stage and Growth Stage Startups

For early-stage and growth-stage startups building innovative products and services across blockchain, virtual assets and Web3. Startup Members gain the support and exposure they need to scale responsibly.

Annual Fee

PKR 25000

(approx. USD 90)

Admission Fee (One-time)

PKR 5000

(approx. USD 18)

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Digital Membership Certificate & Verification — Receive a digital membership certificate and verifiable VAAP member status.
  • Access to ecosystem support and mentorship
  • Discounted participation in VAAP events
  • Exposure to investors and industry partners
  • Inclusion in startup showcases and delegations
  • Guidance on compliance and best practices

Eligibility Criteria

  • Registered startup (Pakistani or international)
  • Building products in the virtual asset space
  • Submit company profile and pitch
  • Subject to verification and approval by VAAP

Verified Crypto & Digital Asset Holder Membership

For Individual Crypto & Digital Asset Holders

Designed for individuals who hold or use virtual assets and want to be part of a safer, informed, and responsible digital asset community, with access to education, industry updates, community activities, and community support and guidance.

Annual Fee

PKR 7000

(approx. USD 25)

Admission Fee (One-time)

PKR 500

(approx. USD 2)

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Digital Membership Certificate & Verification — Receive a digital membership certificate and verifiable VAAP member status.
  • Access to education and AML awareness programs
  • Consumer protection resources and alerts
  • Community events and networking
  • Verified community member status
  • A voice in community-led initiatives

Eligibility Criteria

  • Valid CNIC/NIC (Pakistan) required
  • Open to crypto holders and users
  • Complete community verification
  • Non-voting, subject to verification by VAAP

Professional Membership

For Professionals, Community Leaders, KOLs & Virtual Asset Advisors

Designed for professionals actively contributing to the virtual asset ecosystem, including industry experts, community leaders, [Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)], educators, consultants, and virtual asset advisors. Members can participate in industry initiatives, education and awareness programs, professional networking, community support, and ecosystem development.

Annual Fee

PKR 35,000

(approx. USD 130)

Admission Fee (One-time)

PKR 5,000

(approx. USD 18)

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Digital Membership Certificate & Verification — Receive a digital membership certificate and verifiable VAAP member status.
  • Access to events, research and collaboration
  • Professional networking with peers and industry
  • Opportunities to contribute to working groups
  • Recognition as an industry professional
  • Early access to reports and insights

Eligibility Criteria

  • Valid CNIC/NIC (Pakistan) required
  • Active in a relevant professional field
  • Submit professional profile
  • Non-voting, subject to approval by VAAP

Academic & Research Membership

For Universities, Researchers and Think Tanks

For universities, academic institutions, researchers and think tanks contributing to knowledge and policy in the digital asset space. Academic Members bridge research and real-world industry impact.

Annual Fee

Waived

Admission Fee (One-time)

Waived

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Collaboration on research and publications
  • Access to industry data and insights
  • Participation in academic and policy forums
  • Opportunities for joint initiatives and events
  • Visibility for research contributions

Eligibility Criteria

  • Recognized academic or research institution
  • Focus on digital assets, fintech or policy
  • Submit institutional profile
  • Subject to verification and approval by VAAP

By invitation only. You'll need the invitation code issued to your institution by VAAP to complete this application.

Government & Public Institution Membership

For Government Bodies and Public Sector Organizations

For government bodies, regulators and public sector organizations engaging with the virtual asset ecosystem and policy development. This membership strengthens public-private dialogue for a stronger digital Pakistan.

Annual Fee

Complimentary

Admission Fee (One-time)

None

Membership Term

1 Year

Key Benefits

  • Direct engagement with industry stakeholders
  • Access to policy research and briefings
  • Participation in roundtables and consultations
  • Collaboration on regulatory frameworks
  • Public-private dialogue opportunities

Eligibility Criteria

  • Government body or public sector organization
  • Mandate related to digital assets or policy
  • Submit institutional details
  • Subject to verification by VAAP

Enrolled by VAAP. Government and public institution memberships are registered directly by the VAAP team and cannot be applied for online.

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Connect. Collaborate. Contribute to a stronger, more innovative and inclusive digital Pakistan.

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  • Shape Pakistan's Digital Future

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