Thailand Finalizes Rules for Bitcoin and Ether ETFs on Stock Exchange

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs — Thailand’s securities regulator has finalized rules allowing exchange-traded funds for Bitcoin and Ether to list on the country’s main stock exchange, with the framework set to take effect next week.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) confirmed the rules will be effective from October 16, 2026. These crypto ETFs must be listed exclusively on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, and the initial scope is limited to funds tracking Bitcoin and Ether. The regulator has also amended rules to permit local mutual funds and private funds to invest in these domestically listed crypto ETFs.

The framework establishes several key requirements. Crypto ETFs must be managed as passive investment vehicles tracking the underlying cryptocurrency’s price, maintaining a net exposure averaging at least 80% of net asset value. Fund assets must be held with SEC-regulated digital asset custodians, and brokers are prohibited from providing margin loans for purchasing these products.

Investors must receive information and confirm they understand the risks before trading. The SEC noted that most respondents to its public consultations earlier this year supported the proposals. The move creates a new, regulated avenue for Thai investors to gain exposure to major cryptocurrencies through the traditional stock market.