Cape Verde vs Romania
Crypto regulation comparison
Cape Verde
Romania
Cape Verde has no specific cryptocurrency regulation. The central bank has not issued formal guidance on crypto.
Cryptocurrency is legal in Romania. Crypto gains are taxed at 10% as 'income from other sources' under the fiscal code. VASPs must register with the relevant authorities for AML compliance. Romania has a growing crypto community and is transitioning to the EU MiCA framework.
Key Points
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Central bank has not issued formal crypto guidance
- Crypto not recognized as legal tender
- Limited crypto adoption
- No licensing framework for crypto services
Key Points
- Crypto gains taxed at 10% as 'income from other sources' under Article 114 Fiscal Code
- Annual gains up to RON 600 (~EUR 120) exempt from tax per Article 116 Fiscal Code
- VASPs must register for AML/CFT compliance
- ASF oversees financial market conduct; BNR handles monetary policy
- MiCA framework applicable from December 2024