Saint Martin (French) follows French crypto regulations under the AMF and MiCA framework, with clear licensing and investor protection rules. The transitional period for PSAN authorization ends July 1, 2026, enforcing compliance under MiCA.
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 28/100 (Moderate Risk) |
| Region | caribbean |
| Currency | EUR |
| Capital Gains (Personal) | 30% flat tax (PFU) on crypto gains (French law) |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 25% corporate tax (French law) |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Staking Tax | French tax rules apply |
| Airdrop Tax | French tax rules apply |
French tax law applies. 30% flat tax (PFU) on crypto gains for individuals.
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | AMF / ACPR |
| Framework | Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and French PACTE Law |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $50,000 - $300,000 |
PSAN authorization required to provide crypto asset services after July 1, 2026, under MiCA regulations.
Status: regulated
DeFi activities are regulated under the MiCA framework and French financial regulations, requiring compliance with AML and licensing rules.
Status: regulated
Stablecoins are regulated under MiCA and French financial laws, requiring authorization and compliance with investor protection standards.
Status: Unclear
MiCA NFT provisions apply.
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity | $0.28/kWh |
| Renewable | 10% |
| Infrastructure | fair |
Mining is legal but electricity costs are relatively high; infrastructure is fair due to island location.
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 68/100 |
| Banking Access | moderate |
Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map
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