Crypto Regulation Map

Cryptocurrency regulation varies dramatically across every continent. In Europe, the EU's MiCA framework has created unified crypto laws across 27 countries, while Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and the UK maintain independent but well-defined regulatory structures. North America presents a stark contrast — Canada operates with clear provincial frameworks, while the United States remains fragmented across the SEC, CFTC, IRS, and state-level regulators with no single federal crypto law. Across Asia, the divide is sharp: Singapore and Hong Kong have become global crypto hubs with 0% capital gains tax and robust licensing regimes, while China, Bangladesh, and Nepal maintain outright bans. The Middle East is emerging as a major destination for crypto businesses, with the UAE's zero-tax zones in Dubai and Abu Dhabi attracting exchanges and institutions fleeing regulatory uncertainty elsewhere.

In Latin America, El Salvador made history as the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, while Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico have built legal frameworks with varying tax treatments. Africa remains the most fragmented region — over a dozen countries operate with no crypto regulation at all, yet the continent ranks among the highest globally for grassroots crypto adoption, driven by currency instability and large unbanked populations. Oceania sits largely in the legal category, with Australia operating under ASIC oversight and a capital gains tax regime, while Pacific island nations such as Vanuatu and the Marshall Islands have positioned themselves as crypto-friendly jurisdictions with zero tax rates. Cryptowisser's global crypto regulation map tracks the legal status, tax rates, exchange permissions, and regulatory authorities for 200+ countries — the most comprehensive free resource available for investors, businesses, and researchers navigating international cryptocurrency law.