Peru vs Puerto Rico
Crypto regulation comparison
Peru
Puerto Rico
Legal
No Data
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.
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Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Type
Unclear
Tax Rate
5-30%
Tax Rate
N/A
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
No
Mining
Yes
Mining
No
Regulator
SBS, SMV, BCRP (Central Reserve Bank of Peru)
Regulator
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Stablecoin Rules
No specific stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules
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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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