Jordan vs Uruguay
Crypto regulation comparison
Jordan
Uruguay
Restricted
Legal
Jordan restricts cryptocurrency use. The Central Bank of Jordan has issued multiple warnings against crypto use and prohibits banks and financial institutions from dealing in it. The JSC does not recognize crypto as a financial instrument. However, private ownership is not explicitly criminalized.
Uruguay has a generally favorable stance toward cryptocurrency. The BCU has not banned crypto and in 2024 introduced regulations for virtual asset service providers. Crypto income may be taxed at 12% under the IRPF (personal income tax) as capital income. Uruguay has a stable economy and is positioning itself as a fintech hub in Latin America.
Tax Type
Unclear
Tax Type
Income
Tax Rate
N/A
Tax Rate
12%
Exchanges
No
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
CBJ (Central Bank of Jordan), JSC (Jordan Securities Commission)
Regulator
BCU (Banco Central del Uruguay)
Stablecoin Rules
Not specifically regulated; CBJ does not endorse any crypto
Stablecoin Rules
No specific stablecoin regulation
Key Points
- CBJ prohibits banks and payment companies from dealing in cryptocurrency
- JSC does not recognize or regulate crypto as a security or financial instrument
- Multiple government warnings issued advising against crypto investment
- Private ownership of crypto is not explicitly criminalized
- Jordan has explored blockchain for government services but remains cautious on crypto trading
Key Points
- BCU introduced VASP regulations in 2024
- Crypto income taxed at 12% as capital income under IRPF
- Crypto not classified as legal tender; peso remains the national currency
- Uruguay has a relatively stable economy and favorable fintech environment
- AML/KYC requirements apply to registered VASPs