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Benin vs Taiwan

Crypto regulation comparison

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Benin

Benin

Taiwan

Taiwan

No Regulation
Legal

Benin has no specific cryptocurrency regulation. As a WAEMU member, it falls under BCEAO oversight. The BCEAO has warned against crypto but there is no formal ban.

Taiwan regulates cryptocurrency under FSC guidance. In 2023, the FSC was designated as the primary regulator for virtual assets. VASPs must register and comply with AML regulations. Taiwan has a vibrant crypto community and several compliant exchanges. Crypto income is subject to income tax at progressive rates.

Tax Type None
Tax Type Income
Tax Rate N/A
Tax Rate 5-40%
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator BCEAO (Central Bank of West African States)
Regulator FSC (Financial Supervisory Commission)
Stablecoin Rules No stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules Under FSC guidance; stablecoins treated as virtual assets
Key Points
  • No specific national cryptocurrency legislation
  • BCEAO provides regional monetary and regulatory oversight
  • Part of the WAEMU monetary zone using the CFA franc
  • Limited crypto adoption
  • No licensing framework for crypto businesses
Key Points
  • FSC designated as primary crypto regulator in 2023
  • VASPs must comply with AML/CFT rules and register with the FSC
  • Self-regulatory guidelines issued for VASP industry (2023-2024)
  • Crypto income taxed at progressive rates (5-40%)
  • Major exchanges include MaiCoin/MAX, BitoEX/BitoPro
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