---
type: country
domain: crypto-regulation
status: stable
tags: ["crypto-regulation", "caribbean", "legal"]
aliases: ["GP", "GLP"]
created: 2026-06-01
updated: 2025-06-01
compile_into: ["[[country--guadeloupe]]"]
sources:
  - name: "AMF"
    url: "https://www.amf-france.org"
    type: "official"
---

# 🇬🇵 [[country--guadeloupe|Guadeloupe]] (GP) — Crypto Regulation

> Guadeloupe follows the French regulatory framework under the AMF and [[concept--mica|MiCA]], providing a clear legal environment for crypto activities. The AMF oversees investor protection and market integrity, with licensing and compliance aligned with EU standards.

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 25/100 (Low Risk) |
| Enforcement Level | Moderate |
| Region | [[domain--caribbean|caribbean]] |
| Currency | [[entity--eur|EUR]] |

## Tax

| Type | Rate |
|------|------|
| Capital Gains (Personal) | 31.4% flat tax (PFU) on crypto gains (French law), effective January 1, 2026 |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 25% corporate tax (French law) |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Mining Tax | French tax rules apply |
| Staking Tax | French tax rules apply |
| Airdrop Tax | French tax rules apply |

French tax law applies. 30% flat tax (PFU) on crypto gains for individuals.

## Licensing

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | [[entity--amf|AMF]] / ACPR |
| Framework | Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $50,000 - $300,000 |
| Timeline | 6-18 months |

Licensing follows French MiCA implementation with a transitional period ending July 1, 2026, requiring authorization for crypto service providers.

## AML / KYC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| KYC Required | <span style="color:var(--text-dim,#888)">&mdash;</span> |
| Travel Rule | <span style="color:var(--text-dim,#888)">&mdash;</span> |
| FATF Member | <span style="color:var(--text-dim,#888)">&mdash;</span> |

## 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 with specific requirements for issuance and service providers.

## NFTs

**Status:** Unclear

MiCA NFT provisions apply.

## Mining

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity Cost | $0.2/kWh |
| Renewable Energy | 10% |
| Climate | tropical |
| Infrastructure | good |

Mining is legal with relatively high electricity costs and moderate renewable energy usage. Infrastructure is adequate for mining operations.

## Geopolitics

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 68/100 |
| Ease of Business | easy |
| Internet Freedom | free |
| Banking Access | open |

## Enforcement

AMF enforcement applies.

## CBDC Status: exploring

## FAQ

### Is cryptocurrency legal in Guadeloupe?

Guadeloupe follows the French regulatory framework under the AMF and MiCA, providing a clear legal environment for crypto activities. The AMF oversees investor protection and market integrity, with licensing and compliance aligned with EU standards.

### Are VASPs licensed in Guadeloupe?

Yes, licensing is required for VASPs.

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

**Sources:**
- [AMF](https://www.amf-france.org)