0% crypto-related corporate tax
El Salvador is promoted with a 0% corporate-tax treatment for crypto-related business activities.
LATAM • CRYPTO LICENSING
El Salvador: DASP & BSP Licensing
El Salvador’s VASP-equivalent framework is centered on DASP (Digital Asset Service Provider) and BSP (Bitcoin Service Provider). We support founders end-to-end: incorporation, compliance preparation, and registration pathway execution.
DASP + BSP licensing tracks
Typical timeline: 3–5 months
Remote-friendly onboarding
General information only; not legal, tax, or investment advice.
Why El Salvador
A crypto-forward market with clear registration pathways for bitcoin and digital-asset service models.
No income tax on international flows
Messaging emphasizes no income tax on international investments and transfers.
Defined BSP / DASP tracks
Clearer path selection based on whether your activity is bitcoin-specific or broader digital assets.
What we handle
Clean, structured execution from company setup to registration, plus optional post-registration support.
Company incorporation
Entity setup and trade registration fee coordination as part of onboarding.
BSP / DASP registration
Preparation support and guided filing workflow for the applicable registration route.
Compliance foundation
AML/KYC policy support plus optional MLRO sourcing, local rep/address, accounting, and audit support.
Packages
Simple pricing, clear deliverables.
Scope & Model Mapping
We determine the cleanest route for your model (BSP vs DASP vs both), then align deliverables and timeline before onboarding.
Typical timeline window:
3–5 months
Entry point shown on source page: from €15,900
Entry point shown on source page: from €15,900
BSP License Route
€15,900
- Company incorporation
- Trade registration fees
- Registration as Bitcoin Service Provider (BSP)
- Registration fee
Stage 2 available: legal rep/address, accounting, MLRO, auditing.
BSP + DASP License Route
€25,500
- Company incorporation
- Trade registration fees
- Registration as DASP
- Registration as BSP
- Registration fee
- Bank account opening assistance
- Personalized AML/KYC
- MLRO search & employment support
Stage 2 available: legal rep/address, accounting, MLRO, auditing.
Timeline & delivery model
- Typical delivery window: 3–5 months
- Remote-friendly onboarding for international founders
- Clear milestone flow from scope → filing → go-live
What is Stage 2?
Stage 2 is optional post-setup operational support (e.g., legal representative, local address, MLRO, accounting, and auditing) for teams that want ongoing in-country coverage.
How the engagement works
A straightforward delivery flow designed for international founders.
1
Discovery & scope
Confirm your model (BSP, DASP, or both), target markets, and required services.
2
Incorporation & setup
Company formation and trade registration steps coordinated with local requirements.
3
Compliance package
AML/KYC structure and operational role support (including MLRO sourcing where needed).
4
Registration (BSP / DASP)
Guided preparation and filing support through the applicable registration pathway.
5
Go-live & ongoing support
Optional Stage 2 operations package for long-term compliance and administrative continuity.
FAQ
Quick answers founders usually ask before starting.
What’s the difference between BSP and DASP?
BSP is oriented to bitcoin-focused service activity, while DASP covers broader digital-asset services. We’ll map your model and recommend the cleanest route.
Can this be done remotely?
Yes. Most onboarding can be handled remotely; where local representation is needed, Stage 2 options can cover that requirement.
What’s the typical timeline?
Typical planning window is 3–5 months, depending on scope, readiness, and response cycles.
Do you provide ongoing support after registration?
Yes. Optional Stage 2 support can include local representative/address, MLRO, accounting, and audit coordination.
Ready to launch in El Salvador?
Tell us your business model and we’ll recommend the cleanest route (BSP vs DASP) plus the right package for your timeline.