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Is an official El Salvador government system for the assistance and consultancy of investors, exporters or companies interested in expanding their business within the favorable economic and social environment that El Salvador offers in multiple economic industries.
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El Salvador "Freedom Visa" program
El Salvador has adopted Bitcoin as legal tender, encouraging crypto investments through favorable regulations and infrastructure development. The government offers incentives for crypto businesses and supports initiatives like Bitcoin mining using geothermal energy. This policy aims to boost financial inclusion and attract international investors .
El Salvador has launched the "Freedom Visa" program, a unique initiative targeting Bitcoin and cryptocurrency investors. This program allows up to 1,000 individuals annually to obtain residency and potentially citizenship by investing $1 million in Bitcoin (BTC) or Tether (USDT). Here are the key details:
- Investment Requirement:
- A minimum investment of $1 million in Bitcoin or Tether.
- This investment qualifies individuals for the Freedom Visa, providing residency and a pathway to citizenship.
- Benefits:
- Residency and Citizenship: Investors gain immediate residency, with the opportunity to apply for citizenship. This process is expedited, allowing quicker integration compared to traditional methods.
- Legal Tender: El Salvador recognizes Bitcoin as legal tender, facilitating everyday use and financial transactions in the country.
- Government Support:
- The program is part of El Salvador's broader strategy to position itself as a global hub for cryptocurrency innovation.
- The government collaborates with stablecoin issuer Tether to support this initiative.
- Goals:
- Attract high-net-worth individuals and visionary investors to contribute to the nation's economic growth.
- Leverage El Salvador’s pro-Bitcoin stance to drive technological and financial innovation.
About El Salvador Digital Commission
he National Commission of Digital Assets (CNAD) in El Salvador is a regulatory authority dedicated to overseeing and promoting the development of the digital assets ecosystem. CNAD’s primary objectives include ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, fostering innovation, and maintaining a secure environment for digital asset transactions.
CNAD also maintains a public registry of authorized issuers and marketers of digital assets. Operating without CNAD’s approval is illegal, and violators are subject to penalties under Digital Assets Issuance Law.
Champion sustainable development and foster innovation within the digital asset ecosystem in El Salvador. We are committed to establishing a robust regulatory framework that ensures security, transparency, and trust for all participants in the market. Through this, we aim to promote financial inclusion and drive economic growth across the country.
Be recognized nationally and internationally as a leading institution in the regulation and supervision of digital assets, contributing to the positioning of El Salvador as a benchmark in the adoption and use of innovative financial technologies, for the benefit of the population and economic development.
Know What We Do
- Establish and oversee compliance with regulations and standards applicable to digital assets in El Salvador.
- Grant licenses and authorizations to companies and platforms related to Digital Assets.
- To protect consumers and users from fraudulent and malicious activities within the digital asset ecosystem.
- Encourage the adoption of innovative technologies and practices in the digital asset sector.
- Collaborate with other national and international regulatory agencies to improve the regulatory framework.
Registration No.
PSAD-0020
Registration date
2024-03-22
