🇲🇫 Saint Martin (French)

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.

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) and French PACTE Law
Easemedium
Cost$50,000 - $300,000

PSAN authorization required to provide crypto asset services after July 1, 2026, under MiCA regulations.

DeFi

Status: regulated

DeFi activities are regulated under the MiCA framework and French financial regulations, requiring compliance with AML and licensing rules.

Stablecoins

Status: regulated

Stablecoins are regulated under MiCA and French financial laws, requiring authorization and compliance with investor protection standards.

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 location.

Geopolitics

Stabilitystable
SanctionsNo
Corruption Index68/100
Banking Accessmoderate

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

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