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type: country
domain: web3-compliance
status: compiled
tags: [Legal, EU Regulation, Crypto Tax, Crypto Regulation, Country]
aliases: [Martinique]
created: 2026-04-23
compile_into: ""
slug: country--martinique
sources: "[./crypto-map/data.json#/MQ, \"https://soken.io/crypto-map/countries/martinique.html\"]"
source_url: "https://soken.io/crypto-map/countries/martinique.html"
title: "Martinique — Crypto Regulation 2026 | Soken"
description: Martinique follows French crypto regulations under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and the French PACTE Law…
scraped_at: "2026-04-23T20:06:31.554727+00:00"
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region: caribbean
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# Martinique — Crypto Regulation 2026 | Soken

# 🇲🇶 Martinique

Martinique follows French crypto regulations under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and the French PACTE Law, providing a clear legal framework for crypto activities. The AMF oversees investor protection and market integrity, with licensing requirements effective from July 2026 for crypto service providers.

## Overview

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Status | **Legal** |
| Risk Score | 28/100 (Moderate Risk) |
| Region | caribbean |
| Currency | EUR |

## Tax

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| VAT on Crypto | Yes |

Crypto activities in Martinique are subject to French tax rules, including VAT on crypto transactions. Specific capital gains and staking tax details are not explicitly stated.

## Licensing

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | AMF / ACPR |
| Framework | Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and French PACTE Law |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $50,000 - $300,000 |

From July 1, 2026, crypto service providers must obtain authorization under MiCA to operate legally in Martinique as part of the French regulatory regime.

## DeFi

**Status:** regulated

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

## Stablecoins

**Status:** regulated

Stablecoins are regulated under MiCA with specific requirements for issuance and operation within the EU framework applicable to Martinique.

## NFTs

**Status:** Unclear

MiCA NFT provisions apply.

## Mining

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity | $0.2/kWh |
| Renewable | 10% |
| Infrastructure | good |

Mining is legal with moderate electricity costs and limited renewable energy share. Infrastructure is adequate for mining operations.

## Geopolitics

|     |     |
| --- | --- |
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 69/100 |
| Banking Access | open |

Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 ·
Data source: [Soken Crypto Legal Map](https://soken.io/crypto-map/)

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