---
type: country
domain: crypto-regulation
status: stable
tags: ["crypto-regulation", "africa_west", "giaba", "unknown"]
aliases: ["CI", "CIV"]
created: 2026-06-01
updated: 2025-06-01
compile_into: ["[[country--c-te-divoire]]"]
sources:
  - name: "BCEAO"
    url: "https://www.bceao.int"
    type: "official"
---

# 🇨🇮 [[country--c-te-divoire|Côte d'Ivoire]] (CI) — Crypto Regulation

> Cryptocurrency activities in Côte d'Ivoire operate in a legal grey zone. No domestic crypto-specific legislation exists; activities are neither banned nor formally regulated. The BCEAO (regional central bank for the WAEMU bloc) applies its 2015 electronic-money instruction and 2024 fintech licensing framework to payment services but has issued no licensing path for crypto businesses. In May 2026 the BCEAO convened an international conference on crypto-assets, signalling active framework-building rather than prohibition. No crypto-specific tax guidance exists; general income and corporate tax rules apply.

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | unknown |
| Risk Score | 45/100 (Moderate Risk) |
| Enforcement Level | Low |
| Region | [[domain--africa|africa west]] |
| Currency | [[entity--xof|XOF]] |

## Tax

| Type | Rate |
|------|------|
| Capital Gains (Personal) | No specific crypto guidance; general income tax rates apply |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 25% corporate income tax |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Mining Tax | No specific guidance |
| Staking Tax | No specific guidance |
| Airdrop Tax | No specific guidance |

No crypto-specific tax guidance. General WAEMU tax principles apply.

## Licensing

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Required | No |
| Regulator | [[entity--bceao|BCEAO]] |
| Framework | No specific crypto framework |
| Ease | hard |
| Cost | N/A |
| Timeline | N/A months |

Governed by BCEAO warnings. No crypto licensing path available.

## AML / KYC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| KYC Required | Yes |
| Travel Rule | Yes |
| FATF Member | No |
| FATF Status | grey_list |

## DeFi

**Status:** Restricted

DeFi activities face regulatory restrictions in Côte d'Ivoire, with no clear supportive framework established.

## Stablecoins

**Status:** unknown

No stablecoin framework.

## NFTs

**Status:** no_rules

No NFT regulation.

## Mining

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Legal | No |
| Electricity Cost | $0.1/kWh |
| Renewable Energy | 15% |
| Climate | tropical |
| Infrastructure | fair |

Mining is restricted due to regulatory and infrastructure limitations. Electricity costs are relatively high and renewable energy share is low, impacting mining viability.

## Geopolitics

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Stability | moderate |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 35/100 |
| Ease of Business | moderate |
| Internet Freedom | partly_free |
| Banking Access | moderate |

## Enforcement

Limited enforcement; BCEAO warnings are primary deterrent.

## CBDC Status: exploring

## FAQ

### Is cryptocurrency legal in Côte d'Ivoire?

Cryptocurrency activities in Côte d'Ivoire operate in a legal grey zone. No domestic crypto-specific legislation exists; activities are neither banned nor formally regulated. The BCEAO (regional central bank for the WAEMU bloc) applies its 2015 electronic-money instruction and 2024 fintech licensing framework to payment services but has issued no licensing path for crypto businesses. In May 2026 the BCEAO convened an international conference on crypto-assets, signalling active framework-building

### What is the FATF status of Côte d'Ivoire?

Côte d'Ivoire is classified by FATF as: grey_list.

### What is the AML/KYC regime in Côte d'Ivoire?

KYC is mandatory for crypto businesses.

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*Data source: [Soken Crypto Legal Map](https://soken.dev/crypto-map/). Last reviewed: 2026-06-01.*

**Sources:**
- [BCEAO](https://www.bceao.int)