Chile vs Chad
Crypto regulation comparison
Chile
Chad
Legal
No Regulation
Chile passed a Fintech Law (Ley 21,521) in January 2023, establishing a regulatory framework for crypto service providers. The CMF is developing implementing regulations for virtual asset platforms. Crypto gains are taxed under general income tax rules.
Chad has no specific cryptocurrency regulation. As a CEMAC member, it falls under BEAC oversight.
Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Type
None
Tax Rate
0-40%
Tax Rate
N/A
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
CMF (Comisión para el Mercado Financiero)
Regulator
BEAC (Bank of Central African States)
Stablecoin Rules
To be addressed under the Fintech Law implementing regulations
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Key Points
- Fintech Law (Ley 21,521) passed in January 2023 covers crypto service providers
- CMF designated as regulator for crypto platforms under the new law
- Crypto exchanges must register and comply with AML/KYC requirements
- Capital gains on crypto taxed under general income tax at progressive rates up to 40%
- Chile has an active crypto market with exchanges like Buda.com operating since 2015
Key Points
- No specific national cryptocurrency legislation
- BEAC provides regional monetary oversight
- Part of the CEMAC monetary zone with the CFA franc
- Very limited crypto adoption and infrastructure
- No licensing framework for crypto businesses