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Costa Rica Crypto Status: No Legal Tender, But New VASP Rules Loom
  • By Silas Truemont
  • Dated 3 Aug 2026

Costa Rica Crypto Status: No Legal Tender, But New VASP Rules Loom

Costa Rica does not recognize crypto as legal tender, but new 2025 laws require VASP registration with SUGEF. Learn about the compliance costs, banking hurdles, and how it compares to neighbors like Panama.