A Jurisdiction Built Specifically for Digital Assets
El Salvador became the first country in the world to introduce a standalone legal framework dedicated exclusively to digital assets. Unlike jurisdictions where crypto regulation is adapted from traditional financial laws, El Salvador designed its system from the ground up for crypto businesses.
This makes the country a unique option for projects looking for legal clarity, operational flexibility, and a forward-looking regulatory environment.
Legal Framework and Regulator
Crypto activities in El Salvador are governed by the Digital Assets Issuance Law, which establishes a clear and separate regulatory regime for digital asset service providers.
The supervisory authority responsible for this sector is the National Commission of Digital Assets (CNAD). It oversees licensing, compliance, and ongoing supervision of crypto companies operating under the Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) status.
The framework is designed specifically for crypto-related activities and is not tied to legacy banking or securities regulation.
Permitted Crypto Activities
A DASP license in El Salvador allows companies to operate across a broad range of crypto-related services, including:
Crypto exchanges and trading platforms
Custody and wallet services
Digital asset issuance and token-related activities
Crypto payment and settlement solutions
Other Web3 and blockchain-based services
The exact scope of activities is defined during the licensing process and aligned with the company’s declared business model.
Why Crypto Projects Choose El Salvador
El Salvador stands out for several practical reasons:
Crypto is recognized at the state level, not treated as a gray-zone activity
Dedicated crypto law, separate from traditional financial regulation
Flexible operational structure suitable for international projects
No requirement to adapt banking-style compliance to crypto-native models
Designed for global markets, not limited to local operations
For many teams, El Salvador offers a balance between regulatory clarity and operational freedom that has become harder to find elsewhere.
We make the licensing process seamless — from choosing the right jurisdiction to operating your iGaming business globally.
How We Can Support Your Crypto Project
We assist crypto companies at every stage of entering the El Salvador market, including:
• Evaluating whether the DASP license fits your business model
• Structuring the company and licensing approach
• Preparing documentation and compliance policies
• Supporting communication with the regulator
• Advising on post-license obligations
Our goal is to help you build a crypto structure that works in practice and is ready for international operations.
Contact us to discuss licensing options, timelines, and conditions tailored to your project.