Algeria Enforces Strict Cryptocurrency Ban in Country

Algeria Enforces Strict Cryptocurrency Ban in Country

Algeria has enacted a comprehensive ban on all cryptocurrency activities, punishable by jail time and fines. The restriction, outlined in Law 25-10, prohibits use, creation, possession, and trading of digital assets like Bitcoin and Tether.

In a decisive move, Algeria has enacted a comprehensive cryptocurrency ban under Law 25-10, effective as of July 24, 2025. This regulation prohibits all forms of crypto activity, presenting strict penalties for non-compliance.

Algeria’s recent law has far-reaching implications for cryptocurrency activities. It establishes a total ban with significant penalties, impacting local and potential market interactions.

The new law builds on Algeria’s 2018 Financial Law, prohibiting all forms of cryptocurrency-related activities. It includes the use, creation, possession, trading, mining, and promotion of crypto, aiming to cut money laundering risks.

The Algerian government, led by the Banque d’Algérie and the Ministry of Finance, enforces these regulations. Severe penalties are in place, including potential imprisonment and fines up to 1,000,000 Algerian dinars.

Law 25-10 cements Algeria’s hardline stance on cryptocurrencies, closing the door on any form of digital currency use within its borders. The move aims to safeguard the national economy, eliminate financial gray areas, and maintain control over monetary flows in an increasingly digital world. – Official Journal

The ban affects all stakeholders, from individual users to financial institutions. Bitcoin, Tether and other digital currencies are included, criminalizing their usage and possession within Algerian borders.

Social and economic impacts are immediate and significant, with financial sovereignty cited as a primary motivation. Authorities aim to stabilize the national economy and prevent illegal financial activities.

Future challenges include possible sociodemographic shifts as users and developers might seek less restrictive environments. The legal framework mimics a strict stance parallel to other nations like China, potentially influencing global regulatory policies.