---
type: country
domain: crypto-regulation
status: stable
tags: ["crypto-regulation", "caribbean", "fatf", "legal"]
aliases: ["MQ", "MTQ"]
created: 2026-04-13
updated: 2025-06-01
compile_into: ["[[country--martinique]]"]
sources:
  - name: "AMF"
    url: "https://www.amf-france.org"
    type: "official"
---

# 🇲🇶 [[country--martinique|Martinique]] (MQ) — Crypto Regulation

> Martinique follows French crypto regulations under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation ([[concept--mica|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

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 28/100 (Moderate Risk) |
| Enforcement Level | Moderate |
| Region | [[domain--caribbean|caribbean]] |
| Currency | [[entity--eur|EUR]] |

## Tax

| Type | Rate |
|------|------|
| 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

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

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

## AML / KYC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| KYC Required | Yes |
| Travel Rule | Yes |
| [[concept--fatf|FATF]] Member | No |
| FATF Status | fsrb_only |

## 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

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

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

## Geopolitics

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 69/100 |
| Ease of Business | easy |
| Internet Freedom | free |
| Banking Access | open |

## Enforcement

AMF enforcement applies.

## CBDC Status: exploring

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

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