Chile · Updated 04.13.26
Privacy coins in Chile
In Chile you can buy Zcash through registered exchanges. Monero has been delisted from most Chilean platforms. Chile's Fintech Law (Law 21,521, 2023) is in its full implementation phase as of 2026, with the CMF as supervisor.
Your two options
Zcash (ZEC)
Available on local exchanges
Yes, you can buy Zcash in Chile through registered crypto exchanges.
Read the Zcash guide >
Monero (XMR)
Limited availability
Monero has been delisted from most regulated Chilean exchanges under AML pressure.
Read the Monero guide >What to know
Chile's regulatory framework is relatively new and still being implemented in detail. For most retail buyers the practical setup is straightforward: pick a registered exchange and complete KYC. Tax treatment of crypto gains follows general capital income rules; confirm with a Chilean accountant for current rates.
Regulatory detail
Law No. 21,521 (Fintech Law, 2023), CMF oversight, FSPR registration required. NCG No. 514 establishes Open Finance System framework.