Is Monero legal in Argentina?
Legal to own; no specific rule; local listing status unverified.
| Owning XMR | Legal |
|---|---|
| Local exchanges | Limited |
| National rule | No specific rule on privacy coins |
| Regulator | Comisión Nacional de Valores (CNV); UIF; ARCA (tax) |
| Last reviewed | 25 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Argentina
Argentina requires crypto service providers to register with the CNV's PSAV registry under Law 27,739 (2024) and CNV Resolution 994/2024. We found no rule specifically restricting privacy coins. Owning XMR is legal; whether registered local platforms list it is unverified.
Key facts
- 2024-03-15: Law 27,739 amended the AML law and brought virtual asset service providers in as reporting parties.
- 2024-03-25: CNV General Resolution 994/2024 created the mandatory PSAV registry; existing providers had 45 days to apply.
What this means for you
Owning Monero and keeping it in your own wallet is legal as far as we could find. Pick a wallet from our best Monero wallets list, read how to buy Monero, and keep records for tax.
Public information on this country is limited. We found no specific rule on Monero, which is not the same as permission. Treat this page as a starting point and check local law.
Sources
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General information, not legal or tax advice. Check the regulator's own website before acting.
Frequently asked questions
Is Monero legal in Argentina?
Legal to own; no specific rule; local listing status unverified.
Can I buy Monero on a local exchange in Argentina?
Only in limited ways: few or no licensed local exchanges list XMR.