Saint Vincent and the Grenadines vs Vietnam
Crypto regulation comparison
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Vietnam
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has been a popular jurisdiction for offshore crypto businesses. No income or capital gains tax.
Vietnam passed the Law on Digital Technology Industry in June 2025 (effective January 2026), officially recognizing crypto as legal virtual assets. However, the SBV still bans crypto as a payment method. The law requires AML/cybersecurity compliance for all crypto activities. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top globally in crypto adoption. Ministry of Finance to issue detailed guidance before 2026.
Key Points
- Popular jurisdiction for crypto business registration
- No income or capital gains tax
- Financial Services Authority provides oversight
- ECCB provides regional monetary oversight
- Several crypto exchanges have been registered here
Key Points
- Law on Digital Technology Industry (June 2025) recognizes crypto as legal virtual assets
- SBV still bans crypto as payment method; not recognized as legal tender
- Vietnam ranks #1 globally in crypto adoption (Chainalysis 2023 index)
- AML and cybersecurity compliance required for all crypto trading activities
- Ministry of Finance to issue detailed crypto regulatory guidance before January 2026