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
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
Contact for price
- 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
Contact for price
- 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.