🇧🇱 Saint Barthelemy

Saint Barthelemy follows French crypto regulations including the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and the French PACTE Law, with the AMF overseeing investor protection and market functioning. The transitional period for providing crypto services without authorization under MiCA ends July 1, 2026.

Overview

StatusLegal
Risk Score28/100 (Moderate Risk)
Regioncaribbean
CurrencyEUR

Tax

Capital Gains (Personal)30% flat tax (PFU) on crypto gains (French law)
Capital Gains (Corporate)25% corporate tax (French law)
VAT on CryptoNo
Staking TaxFrench tax rules apply
Airdrop TaxFrench tax rules apply

French tax law applies. 30% flat tax (PFU) on crypto gains for individuals.

Licensing

RequiredYes
RegulatorAMF / ACPR
FrameworkMarkets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)
Easemedium
Cost$50,000 - $300,000

Crypto service providers must obtain PSAN authorization under MiCA to operate legally after July 1, 2026.

DeFi

Status: regulated

DeFi activities are regulated under the broader MiCA framework and French financial regulations.

Stablecoins

Status: regulated

Stablecoins are regulated under MiCA and French financial laws, requiring compliance with authorization and transparency rules.

NFTs

Status: Unclear

MiCA NFT provisions apply.

Mining

LegalYes
Electricity$0.28/kWh
Renewable10%
Infrastructurefair

Mining is legal but electricity costs are relatively high; infrastructure is fair due to island limitations.

Geopolitics

Stabilitystable
SanctionsNo
Corruption Index70/100
Banking Accessmoderate

Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map

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