Bahrain maintains a crypto-friendly regulatory environment with clear oversight by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) under the CBB Crypto-Asset Module. The CBB acts as the integrated financial regulator, supporting fintech innovation including crypto assets.
| Status | crypto_friendly |
| Risk Score | 15/100 (Low Risk) |
| Region | middle east |
| Currency | BHD |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
The regulator page does not specify detailed tax treatment for cryptocurrencies, indicating no VAT on crypto transactions.
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | CBB |
| Framework | CBB Crypto-Asset Module |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | N/A |
Licensing is regulated under the CBB Crypto-Asset Module with specific requirements for crypto asset service providers.
Status: regulated
DeFi activities fall under the regulatory scope of the CBB Crypto-Asset Module, requiring compliance with AML and licensing rules.
Status: regulated
Stablecoins are regulated under the CBB Crypto-Asset Module with specific compliance and licensing requirements.
Status: no_rules
No specific NFT regulation; generally permitted
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity | $0.06/kWh |
| Renewable | 5% |
| Infrastructure | good |
Mining is legal with moderate electricity costs and limited renewable energy. Infrastructure supports mining operations adequately.
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 58/100 |
| Banking Access | open |
Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map
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