Peru vs Tonga
Crypto regulation comparison
Peru
Tonga
Legal
No Regulation
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.
Tonga has no specific cryptocurrency regulation. There has been legislative interest in adopting Bitcoin as legal tender but no legislation has been enacted.
Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Type
None
Tax Rate
5-30%
Tax Rate
N/A
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
SBS, SMV, BCRP (Central Reserve Bank of Peru)
Regulator
National Reserve Bank of Tonga
Stablecoin Rules
No specific stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
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
Key Points
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Legislative interest in Bitcoin legal tender discussed
- National Reserve Bank provides monetary oversight
- Limited crypto infrastructure
- No licensing framework for crypto services