El Salvador reformed its Bitcoin framework in early 2025 under IMF conditions ($1.4B loan). Bitcoin no longer mandatory legal tender — voluntary private-sector use only. Amendments removed obligation for merchants to accept Bitcoin, eliminated tax payment in Bitcoin, wound down Chivo wallet. BCR maintains technical standards for wallet operators.
| Status | legal |
| Region | central_america |
| Währung | USD |
| Risikobewertung | 55/100 |