Crypto tax in El Salvador
No tax on Bitcoin gains. Bitcoin is legal tender.
- Short-term rate
- 0%
- Long-term rate
- 0%
- Treatment
- No tax on gains
- Currency
- USD
How El Salvador taxes crypto
El Salvador made Bitcoin legal tender in 2021 and does not impose any capital gains tax on Bitcoin profits for individuals. This applies to both residents and foreigners. The country actively encourages Bitcoin adoption and has been accumulating Bitcoin in its national treasury.
The same rate applies however long you held.
A 10,000 USD gain, settled
| Held | Rate | Taken | Kept |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term | — | — | 10,000 |
This is the arithmetic the app runs on your device. Real liability depends on your residency, income, allowances and how the authority classifies your activity. Treat it as an estimate and check with a qualified adviser before you act.
Elsewhere in South America
| Jurisdiction | Short-term | Long-term |
|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | 10% | 10% |
| Uruguay | 12% | 12% |
| Argentina | 15% | 15% |
| Colombia | 39% | 15% |
| Brazil | 17.5% | 17.5% |
Headline rate last checked 31 July 2026 · methodology