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Nigeria vs Peru

Crypto regulation comparison

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Nigeria

Nigeria

Peru

Peru

Legal
Legal

Nigeria has the highest crypto adoption rate in Africa and among the highest globally. After the CBN banned banks from servicing crypto exchanges in 2021 (driving activity to P2P), the ban was lifted in December 2023. The SEC Nigeria now regulates digital asset exchanges and issuances under its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP). Nigeria's progressive rates up to 25% applies to crypto disposals.

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 Capital gains
Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Rate Progressive: up to 25% (individuals) / 30% (companies)
Tax Rate 5-30%
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator SEC Nigeria, CBN (Central Bank of Nigeria)
Regulator SBS, SMV, BCRP (Central Reserve Bank of Peru)
Stablecoin Rules Stablecoins subject to SEC digital asset rules
Stablecoin Rules No specific stablecoin regulation
Key Points
  • CBN lifted the 2021 banking ban on crypto in December 2023
  • SEC Nigeria oversees VASPs under the Investments and Securities Act and ARIP
  • Progressive rates up to 25% applies to profits from crypto asset disposals according to Nigeria Tax Act 2025 (eff. Jan 2026)
  • Nigeria ranks among the top 5 globally for crypto adoption (Chainalysis index)
  • P2P trading dominates the market; Binance and other platforms face regulatory scrutiny
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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