Nicaragua vs Yemen
Crypto regulation comparison
Nicaragua
Yemen
Nicaragua regulates virtual assets under Law 1072 (2021) and BCN resolution CD-BCN-XXV-1-22 (2022). VASPs must be licensed by BCN. Crypto gains taxed at 15% capital gains rate.
Yemen has a restrictive environment for cryptocurrency due to ongoing conflict and fragmented governance. The Central Bank has warned against crypto use. International sanctions further restrict access.
Key Points
- Law 1072 (2021) defines virtual assets and regulates VASPs
- BCN is designated as the licensing and supervisory authority
- Banks are legally permitted to offer virtual asset services
- Capital gains taxed at 15% on crypto profits
- Government monitors virtual transactions exceeding ,000 since 2025
Key Points
- Central Bank has warned against cryptocurrency use
- Ongoing conflict limits regulatory development
- International sanctions restrict access to crypto platforms
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Very limited crypto infrastructure