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.
| 상태 | legal |
| 지역 | central_america |
| 통화 | USD |
| 위험 점수 | 55/100 |