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Crypto License in Argentina
How to get a crypto license in Argentina? LegalBison manages the entire registration process for you, ensuring full compliance with local Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) regulations. As many blockchain and fintech companies look to bridge European and Latin American markets, we also specialize in supporting businesses expanding from Spain’s regulated crypto market into Argentina.
Whether you are already navigating the Bank of Spain’s crypto registry and MiCA compliance, or establishing a brand-new presence in Buenos Aires, our expert team handles every legal and administrative step. We offer all-in-one services with long-term support, seamlessly connecting your business needs and ensuring robust compliance across both Spanish and Argentine jurisdictions.
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Service packages for a VASP license in Argentina
LegalBison offers all-inclusive legal packages, for our clients to focus on business growth while we handle the legal side of their activity.
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| Company registration in Argentina | Included | Included | Included |
| Legal address registration | Included | Included | Included |
| Set of digital corporate documents | Included | Included | Included |
| VASP Registration Process | Included | Included | Included |
| AML Registration Process | Included | Included | Included |
| Assistance with hiring a Local Compliance Officer | Not included | Included | Included |
| Assistance with hiring a Local Alternate Compliance Officer | Not included | Included | Included |
| Local accounting services | Not included | Included | Included |
| Corporate account opening assistance | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Physical set of corporate documents (apostilled/notarized) | Not included | Not included | Included |
| EU-based AML courses | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Legal web3 documents package for your website | Not included | Not included | Included |
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Argentina VASP Regulation – Pricing and Process
PRICING AND PROCESS OF THE ARGENTINA CRYPTO LICENSE
Argentina offers a fast set-up (2-3 months) to legally operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP). The VASP regime in Argentina is also on the cheaper side of crypto licenses and imposes fair and reasonable compliance requirements.
Advantages of a crypto license in Argentina
The crypto license in Argentina offers, among other things, a relatively swift and painless entry to the Latin American market, which is one of the most bountiful and active sectors for crypto operations worldwide. The registration allows for the most widespread crypto-related activities, including exchanges, transfers, and custodial services.
Notably, the AML/CFT compliance requirements for VASP companies in Argentina are less stringent compared to other worldwide jurisdictions. Thanks to a fast compliance procedure, the whole company set-up and authorization can be conducted in under 3 months.
Main things to know about the Argentina Crypto License
The crypto license in Argentina was voted in March 2024 and entered into force in April of the same year. The framework is established with the simultaneous passing of the Resolución General 994/2024, defining what is a virtual asset service provider, and of the Ley 27739, appointing the National Securities Commission (NSC) as the VASP regulator and amending the existing AML law to add in VASPs to its application.
The main lines structuring the crypto framework in Argentina for businesses are the following:
- The necessity to properly register as a VASP to the National Securities Commission (NSC);
- The obligation to fulfill AML-KYC duties and reporting to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
In about a year of activity, the crypto license in Argentina has gathered more than a hundred authorized VASPs, making it one of the most successful and sought after in recent times.
Doing crypto business in Argentina? You may need a VASP license in Argentina
If you are a VASP operating from another jurisdiction, and a significant amount of your business is conducted in Argentina (targeting residents of the country), you may be liable to register with the National Securities Commission (NSC). A proxy for knowing if the NSC considers your activity in Argentina to be significant is that 20% or more of your turnover is generated in the country.
This means that the crypto framework in Argentina has territorial effect. Foreign VASPs are required to register in case of having an important volume of activity in the country. LegalBison can also assist with the additional registration for operating crypto companies operating in the Argentinian market.
Argentina VASP License: Process and Duration
The VASP licensing process in Argentina is straightforward, but requires correct preparation to work. An application file must be carried out to the Argentina National Securities Commission, including all the necessary elements in proper form.
Usually, the process entails the registration of a company in Argentina. LegalBison includes this step of the process in its offer, for a seamless registration with minimal hassle. Once the company is registered, the application is carried out for revision by the NSC.
As the registration as a virtual asset service provider is successful, the new crypto company in Argentina can undertake the opening of corporate accounts for its activity. LegalBison is also able to provide assistance on the matter of banking, as part of our services.
A complete set-up in Argentina takes approximately 2 to 3 months, provided that the applicant swiftly provides all the necessary documents and information.
Types and scope of crypto licenses in Argentina
It is important to specify, for the sake of legal accuracy, that the framework in Argentina is a VASP registration and not a license. This means that the process is simpler, as it implies a registration under condition instead of a full fledged licensing process.
The Ley 27739 defines a virtual asset service provider in Argentina as the provider of one of more of the following activities:
- Exchange between virtual assets and legal tender currencies;
- Exchange between one or more forms of virtual assets;
- Transfer of virtual assets;
- Custody and/or administration of virtual assets or instruments that allow control over them;
- Participation and provision of financial services related to the offer of an issuer and/or sale of a virtual asset.
This means that the VASP license in Argentina is only regulating a common subset of crypto activities.
All businesses willing to provide more sophisticated or innovative services are encouraged to discuss the feasibility of their project in Argentina with one of our legal experts.
The crypto license in Argentina was voted in March 2024 and entered into force in April of the same year. The framework is established with the simultaneous passing of the Resolución General 994/2024, defining what is a virtual asset service provider, and of the Ley 27739, appointing the National Securities Commission (NSC) as the VASP regulator and amending the existing AML law to add in VASPs to its application.
The main lines structuring the crypto framework in Argentina for businesses are the following:
- The necessity to properly register as a VASP to the National Securities Commission (NSC);
- The obligation to fulfill AML-KYC duties and reporting to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
In about a year of activity, the crypto license in Argentina has gathered more than a hundred authorized VASPs, making it one of the most successful and sought after in recent times.
Doing crypto business in Argentina? You may need a VASP license in Argentina
If you are a VASP operating from another jurisdiction, and a significant amount of your business is conducted in Argentina (targeting residents of the country), you may be liable to register with the National Securities Commission (NSC). A proxy for knowing if the NSC considers your activity in Argentina to be significant is that 20% or more of your turnover is generated in the country.
This means that the crypto framework in Argentina has territorial effect. Foreign VASPs are required to register in case of having an important volume of activity in the country. LegalBison can also assist with the additional registration for operating crypto companies operating in the Argentinian market.
The VASP licensing process in Argentina is straightforward, but requires correct preparation to work. An application file must be carried out to the Argentina National Securities Commission, including all the necessary elements in proper form.
Usually, the process entails the registration of a company in Argentina. LegalBison includes this step of the process in its offer, for a seamless registration with minimal hassle. Once the company is registered, the application is carried out for revision by the NSC.
As the registration as a virtual asset service provider is successful, the new crypto company in Argentina can undertake the opening of corporate accounts for its activity. LegalBison is also able to provide assistance on the matter of banking, as part of our services.
A complete set-up in Argentina takes approximately 2 to 3 months, provided that the applicant swiftly provides all the necessary documents and information.
It is important to specify, for the sake of legal accuracy, that the framework in Argentina is a VASP registration and not a license. This means that the process is simpler, as it implies a registration under condition instead of a full fledged licensing process.
The Ley 27739 defines a virtual asset service provider in Argentina as the provider of one of more of the following activities:
- Exchange between virtual assets and legal tender currencies;
- Exchange between one or more forms of virtual assets;
- Transfer of virtual assets;
- Custody and/or administration of virtual assets or instruments that allow control over them;
- Participation and provision of financial services related to the offer of an issuer and/or sale of a virtual asset.
This means that the VASP license in Argentina is only regulating a common subset of crypto activities.
All businesses willing to provide more sophisticated or innovative services are encouraged to discuss the feasibility of their project in Argentina with one of our legal experts.
Virtual Asset Service Provider license in Argentina
Requirements and facts about the crypto license in Argentina
If you are inquiring about how to get a crypto exchange license in Argentina, you should know that the following documents and information are required:
- Full corporate name;
- Articles of incorporation and certificate of incorporation;
- Personal information of the representative (name, document number and copy, DOB, nationality);
- Tax identification code;
- Address of registered office;
- Address where VASP Activity is carried out;
- Phone number and email;
- Profession (Main work activity);
- Website or username, for social media or other networks;
- Main business activities of the corporate entity.
Who regulates crypto licensed companies in Argentina?
Until 2024, cryptocurrency activities were not regulated in Argentina. Leveraging observation and the experience of other jurisdictions, a framework was drawn with the Law 27739 and the General Resolution 994/2024.
The former sets a legal framework for crypto activities by calling the National Securities Commission as the regulatory body for virtual asset services providers (VASP).
The latter defines what is a VASP in Argentina and what are the criteria to be met for a company to participate. It also amends the Law 25246 of 2000 by adding VASPs are obligated entities under the AML compliance obligations.
These two texts define what are VASP activities and how to be authorized to perform them. In strict legal terms, the Argentinian framework is therefore a registration and not a license. In any case, the role of the regulation is to screen companies before giving them an authorization to act as a virtual asset service provider.
Is there a VASP registry in Argentina?
Yes. The registry of VASPs in Argentina is public and can be consulted online on this page.
The registry gathered more than a hundred companies in about a year of time, which in our experience, is a success for a crypto framework. Especially in a non-offshore jurisdiction.
How much is the crypto tax in Argentina?
Argentina is NOT an offshore jurisdiction. Despite its liberal economic governance, it is also not a low tax jurisdiction.
The corporate income tax applicable for FinTech businesses, including VASPs, is 35%.
Capital gains on cryptocurrency and other financial assets are taxed at the rate of 25%.
What are the obligations of a registered VASP in Argentina?
During the registration process, a VASP is not required by the National Securities Commission (NSC) to demonstrate its AML-KYC systems and procedures.
Every VASP licensed company in Argentina is expected to comply with the AML laws and regulations, and to report to the Financial Information Unit (UIF).
What are the sanctions for breaching the obligations of a crypto licensed company in Argentina?
A registered VASP in Argentina is required to report and comply with the AML laws. As such, the sanctions applicable are the ones described in the Chapter IV of the Law 25246.
Sanctions range from warnings and public exposure to fines and license cancellation. Legal entities and their executives can both be liable for infractions.
Fines are enforceable through judicial proceedings and accrue interest if unpaid. The UIF has mechanisms to enforce, appeal, and finance its operations using collected fines and seized assets.
Argentinian president Javier Milei doesn’t want to mix politics and cryptocurrency
Though commonly associated with El Salvador “crypto president” Nayib Bukele, the Argentinian president Javier Milei, famous for his economic stance, has stated in November 2024 that he advocated for the independence of crypto from the state.
This stance can be understood as a willingness to give economic freedom to users and participants of the cryptocurrency market. With the first crypto framework in Argentina being designed in March 2024, with significantly lighter requirements and paperworks than other jurisdictions, the Milei administration has factually incentivized cryptocurrency business in Argentina.
Until 2024, cryptocurrency activities were not regulated in Argentina. Leveraging observation and the experience of other jurisdictions, a framework was drawn with the Law 27739 and the General Resolution 994/2024.
The former sets a legal framework for crypto activities by calling the National Securities Commission as the regulatory body for virtual asset services providers (VASP).
The latter defines what is a VASP in Argentina and what are the criteria to be met for a company to participate. It also amends the Law 25246 of 2000 by adding VASPs are obligated entities under the AML compliance obligations.
These two texts define what are VASP activities and how to be authorized to perform them. In strict legal terms, the Argentinian framework is therefore a registration and not a license. In any case, the role of the regulation is to screen companies before giving them an authorization to act as a virtual asset service provider.
Yes. The registry of VASPs in Argentina is public and can be consulted online on this page.
The registry gathered more than a hundred companies in about a year of time, which in our experience, is a success for a crypto framework. Especially in a non-offshore jurisdiction.
Argentina is NOT an offshore jurisdiction. Despite its liberal economic governance, it is also not a low tax jurisdiction.
The corporate income tax applicable for FinTech businesses, including VASPs, is 35%.
Capital gains on cryptocurrency and other financial assets are taxed at the rate of 25%.
During the registration process, a VASP is not required by the National Securities Commission (NSC) to demonstrate its AML-KYC systems and procedures.
Every VASP licensed company in Argentina is expected to comply with the AML laws and regulations, and to report to the Financial Information Unit (UIF).
A registered VASP in Argentina is required to report and comply with the AML laws. As such, the sanctions applicable are the ones described in the Chapter IV of the Law 25246.
Sanctions range from warnings and public exposure to fines and license cancellation. Legal entities and their executives can both be liable for infractions.
Fines are enforceable through judicial proceedings and accrue interest if unpaid. The UIF has mechanisms to enforce, appeal, and finance its operations using collected fines and seized assets.
Though commonly associated with El Salvador “crypto president” Nayib Bukele, the Argentinian president Javier Milei, famous for his economic stance, has stated in November 2024 that he advocated for the independence of crypto from the state.
This stance can be understood as a willingness to give economic freedom to users and participants of the cryptocurrency market. With the first crypto framework in Argentina being designed in March 2024, with significantly lighter requirements and paperworks than other jurisdictions, the Milei administration has factually incentivized cryptocurrency business in Argentina.
How to obtain a crypto license in Argentina
Step-by-Step guide to the VASP registration in Argentina
The process to get a crypto license in Argentina is one of the simplest, provided that all the steps are done properly. The complete set-up takes from 2 to 3 months and a half. The swiftness of the procedure is partly dependant on how fast the applicant can provide the few necessary elements to get the registration started.
STEP 1 OF 3
Estimated time2-3 weeks
Company registration
Registration of a domestic Limited Liability Company to apply for the VASP license in Argentina.
STEP 2 OF 3
Estimated time4-6 weeks
VASP registration
Registration of the company as a Virtual Asset Service Provider to the National Securities Commission.
STEP 3 OF 3
Estimated time4-6 weeks
Bank account opening
Once the company has secured an Argentina VASP license, it can apply for opening bank accounts for its operations.
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About the Crypto License in Argentina
The right path forward, regardless of project stage
Starting from scratch, getting a crypto exchange license in Argentina requires first to have a clear understanding of the process. The complete Argentina VASP registration only takes a few step, but as for every legal matter, these steps must be assured. In general, the process of getting a crypto license in Argentina with the assistance of a legal partner such as LegalBison consists as forming a Limited Liability Company in Argentina, preparing all the necessary elements and then carrying out the application to the regulator, and then opening a corporate bank account for operations.
The Argentina VASP regime has three main advantages to show for. First, it is unexpensive in comparison to every other regulated jurisdictions. Second, it has very clear and simple compliance requirements, that do not necessite a massive investment in terms of legal work and personnel. Finally, Argentina is a popular country in the crypto sphere, as demonstrated by the more-than-hundred projects who decided to register there in less than a year.
Cryptocurrency businesses are subject to a light regulation in Argentina. They must register with the National Securities Commission to be authorized to operate, and then they must comply with the AML/KYC laws and report to the Financial Intelligence Unit.
Yes, it is possible to conduct an Initial Coin Offering with a VASP license in Argentina. Similarly, it is possible to issue NFTs from an Argentinian crypto company.
Only natural and legal persons having been registered as virtual asset services providers can perform crypto activities in Argentina. The process of registering as a VASP an easily be done in 1-2 months with the assistance of LegalBison’s Argentinian team.
Virtual Assets Services Providers in Argentina are subject to a 35% corporate income tax.
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