Réunion follows the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) with French implementation laws, providing a clear legal framework for crypto activities. The AMF actively regulates and protects investors, including oversight of digital asset service providers.
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 25/100 (Low Risk) |
| Region | africa south |
| Currency | EUR |
| VAT on Crypto | Yes |
Crypto transactions are subject to VAT as per French tax rules; specific capital gains and staking tax details are not explicitly stated.
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | AMF / ACPR |
| Framework | Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) via French Ordonnance 2024-936 and Décret 2025-169 |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost (USD) | $50,000 - $300,000 |
Licensing follows EU MiCA framework with French national implementation; transitional regime PACTE DASP active until July 2026.
AMF enforcement applies.
| KYC Required | Yes |
| Travel Rule | Yes |
| FATF Member | Yes |
| FATF Status | compliant |
| FATF Body | FATF |
| Suspicious-Activity Reporting | Yes |
Status: regulated
DeFi activities are regulated under the MiCA framework and French financial regulations, ensuring investor protection and compliance.
Status: regulated
Stablecoins are regulated under the EU MiCA framework as implemented in France, with clear rules on issuance and service providers.
Status: Unclear
MiCA NFT exclusions apply.
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity Cost | $0.15/kWh |
| Renewable Energy | 15% |
| Infrastructure | good |
Mining is legal but electricity costs are relatively high; infrastructure is good due to French standards and connectivity.
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 69/100 |
| Banking Access | open |
| Sanctions Program Active | Yes |
Risk Factors
As an overseas department of France, Réunion benefits from stable governance, EU legal framework, and open banking environment. Main risks include tropical cyclones affecting infrastructure.
Réunion follows the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) with French implementation laws, providing a clear legal framework for crypto activities. The AMF actively regulates and protects investors, including oversight of digital asset service providers.
Réunion is classified by FATF as: compliant.
Yes, licensing is required for VASPs.
KYC is mandatory for crypto businesses.
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