The adoption of blockchain technology and asset tokenization is advancing at a rapid pace, but the real engine driving its global development is the existence of a clear, consistent and innovation-friendly legal framework.
Some countries have already established themselves as regulatory benchmarks, establishing specific rules for cryptoassets, DLT infrastructures and token issuance with legal backing. In this article we show you relevant information about blockchain regulation in Argentina, which you can use as a guide if you are looking to operate internationally or evaluate different strategic locations.
Current legislation on blockchain and virtual assets in Argentina
Law No. 27,739 (Basic Law)
This law establishes new foundations for economic development, including provisions on digital services. It introduces the registration obligation for PSAVs and strengthens AML/CFT compliance requirements for the sector, in line with international standards. It is the main framework regulation for the supervision of the Argentine crypto ecosystem.
Regulatory Decree 2024 on PSAV
The decree complements Law 27,739, defining the scope of activities subject to registration as PSAV. It establishes minimum transparency requirements, KYC procedures, risk control and suspicious transaction reporting. Compliance is supervised by the Financial Information Unit (UIF), which manages the Registry of Virtual Asset Service Providers.
Capital Markets Law No. 26.831
Regulates negotiable securities and establishes the competence of the National Securities Commission (CNV) over tokens that have the nature of securities. Issuers of these tokens must comply with authorization, prospectus and investor protection requirements, and operate under the direct supervision of the CNV, in accordance with current legislation.
General Resolution 1069/2025
In June 2025, the CNV launched a regulatory sandbox for the tokenization of real assets. This regime, in force for one year, allows tokenizing shares in trusts and closed-end funds on real assets under strict supervision. The objective is to modernize the Argentine capital market by integrating blockchain technology. At the end of the period, the CNV will evaluate its continuity and extension.
Tokenization makes it possible to digitally represent real-world assets through blockchain, but for it to have legal value, it is essential that there is a regulatory framework that recognizes this operation. Argentina adopts its own approach, establishing specific rules for the issuance, custody or trading of tokens. In this block we explain how asset tokenization is regulated from a legal point of view, taking an advanced jurisdiction such as Argentina as an example.
Regulation of asset tokenization in Argentina
The regulation of asset tokenization in Argentina depends on the legal nature of the token. Tokens representing rights over financial assets (shares, debt, participations) are regulated by the Capital Markets Law, under the supervision of the CNV. They must comply with public offering, authorization and transparency requirements, applying the same requirements as for traditional securities.
For non-financial assets (such as real estate, commodities or art), there are no specific regulations, but their issuance and trading is governed by private law, the tax regime and consumer protection regulations. Issuers and platforms must also be registered as PSAVs and comply with AML/CFT obligations. The legal validity of blockchain registries for ownership or certification purposes will depend on their proper integration with current civil and commercial regulations.
Although Argentina still lacks a regulatory framework for DLT infrastructures or a specific pilot regime, progress in the design of a regulatory sandbox and the growing use of blockchain technology in sectors such as real estate and agribusiness are driving the development of the ecosystem. As this environment matures, a progressive consolidation of legal certainty for tokenization projects in the country is expected.
National Securities Commission (CNV)
The CNV supervises tokens that qualify as marketable securities. It regulates their issuance, public offering and trading, applying rules on prospectus, transparency and investor protection. It also drives the creation of a regulatory framework for virtual assets and participates in legislative initiatives to modernize the supervision of the blockchain ecosystem.
Financial Information Unit (FIU)
The UIF is the authority responsible for the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing in Argentina. It supervises compliance with AML/CFT obligations by the AML/CFT PSAVs, administers the PSAV Registry and establishes requirements for customer identification, transaction monitoring and suspicious transaction reporting.
Federal Administration of Public Revenues (AFIP)
AFIP establishes the tax treatment of transactions with virtual assets. It regulates the tax obligations of taxpayers operating with cryptoassets, including their correct declaration in income tax and information regimes. It also collaborates with the UIF and the CNV to strengthen fiscal control in the crypto sector.
Launching a digital asset-based business requires more than just technology: it is also necessary to comply with legal requirements such as PSAV licensing, registrations and regulatory obligations. These conditions ensure that the business model is viable and sustainable over time, and that it meets transparency and fraud prevention standards. In this section we explore what licenses are usually required and what compliance criteria blockchain companies operating in Argentina must follow.
What licenses and requirements are needed to operate with cryptoassets in Argentina?
PSAV registration with FIU
Since 2025, registration as a virtual asset service provider (VSP) with the FIU is mandatory. This registration includes requirements on governance, operational structure, AML/CFT procedures, internal controls and compliance with international standards. Registration is a prerequisite to operate legally in the country.
Issuers of tokens representing marketable securities, as well as secondary trading platforms, must obtain authorization from the CNV. They are required to comply with the Capital Markets Law, submit approved prospectuses, adopt investor protection measures and comply with the established prudential and transparency requirements.
AML/CFT compliance
PSAVs and token issuers must implement effective systems to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. These obligations include KYC controls, continuous monitoring, risk analysis and reporting of suspicious transactions to the UIF. Rigorous compliance with these rules is essential to operate under Argentine law.
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