Is Crypto Legal in Haiti?

Cryptocurrency has gained global prominence for its potential to revolutionize financial systems, yet its legal standing varies widely by country. In Haiti, digital currencies remain on the fringes of the formal financial sector, attracting interest from entrepreneurs and NGOs despite the absence of clear regulatory guidelines.

As of 2025, Haiti has not enacted any specific laws or regulations governing the use, trade, or issuance of cryptocurrencies; the existing financial and monetary framework does not explicitly address digital assets (1).

"Haiti has not currently enacted regulations or legislation specifically regulating cryptocurrency yet. Therefore, the legal status of cryptocurrency in Haiti is controversial. Cointobuy’s analysis tool has ranked Haiti 212 out of 249 countries in terms of cryptocurrency safety."

In practice, this regulatory vacuum has led to a cautiously experimental environment: blockchain-based initiatives—ranging from agricultural supply-chain tracking to humanitarian aid distributions—are emerging, but operate without formal oversight or consumer protections, leaving participants exposed to volatility and fraud risks (2).

Source:
https://proeliumlaw.com/cryptocurrency-regulation-tracker/
https://freemanlaw.com/cryptocurrency/haiti/

Last updated: 16-05-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.