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Bhutan vs Peru

Crypto regulation comparison

← Back to map | Bhutan | Peru
Bhutan

Bhutan

Peru

Peru

Legal
Legal

Bhutan has quietly become a significant Bitcoin miner through its government investment arm, Druk Holding & Investments, leveraging hydroelectric power. No tax on crypto.

Cryptocurrency is legal in Peru but lacks comprehensive regulation. The SBS (Superintendencia de Banca, Seguros y AFP) oversees AML requirements. Peru has growing crypto adoption, particularly for remittances. Crypto gains are subject to capital gains tax at 5% for the first 5 UIT and at higher rates for larger amounts.

Tax Type No tax
Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Rate 0%
Tax Rate 5-30%
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan
Regulator SBS, SMV, BCRP (Central Reserve Bank of Peru)
Stablecoin Rules No specific stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules No specific stablecoin regulation
Key Points
  • Government entity Druk Holding & Investments mines Bitcoin
  • Hydroelectric power used for mining operations
  • No income or capital gains tax in Bhutan
  • Royal Monetary Authority provides oversight
  • One of the few countries with state-level crypto mining operations
Key Points
  • No specific crypto legislation; general financial laws apply
  • Capital gains tax applies to crypto profits (5% for securities, up to 30% for other income)
  • SBS requires AML/KYC compliance for entities dealing in crypto
  • Growing crypto adoption for remittances and as a store of value
  • BCRP has warned about crypto risks but not imposed a ban
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