Guam

Guam follows the United States regulatory framework for securities and crypto-related activities, with no specific local crypto regulations. The SEC oversees investor protection and market integrity, supporting lawful innovation in crypto markets.

Overview

StatusLegal
Risk Score25/100 (Low Risk)
Regionasia pacific
CurrencyUSD

Tax Information

Capital Gains (Personal)No specific guidance
Capital Gains (Corporate)No specific guidance
VAT on CryptoNo
Staking TaxNo specific guidance
Airdrop TaxNo specific guidance

No crypto-specific tax guidance available.

Licensing & Registration

RequiredYes
RegulatorUS Federal Regulators (SEC, CFTC, FinCEN)
FrameworkNo crypto framework

Enforcement Activity

Level: Moderate

Enforcement focused on unlicensed operators and consumer protection

DeFi, Stablecoins & NFTs

Status: Unclear

No specific DeFi regulation

Stablecoins

Status: no_rules

No specific stablecoin framework

NFTs

Status: no_rules

No specific NFT regulation

Mining

LegalYes
Electricity Cost$0.18/kWh
Renewable Energy15%
Infrastructuregood

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

Geopolitical Risk

Stabilitystable
SanctionsNo
Corruption Index65/100
Banking Accessopen

Risk Factors

Guam benefits from stable US governance, open banking, and free internet. Risks include occasional typhoons and natural disasters affecting infrastructure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is cryptocurrency legal in Guam?

Guam follows the United States regulatory framework for securities and crypto-related activities, with no specific local crypto regulations. The SEC oversees investor protection and market integrity, supporting lawful innovation in crypto markets.

Are VASPs licensed in Guam?

Yes, licensing is required for VASPs.

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Last reviewed: 2026-06-01 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map

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