Legal in Pakistan
Laws, court decisions and disputes that affect fintech and crypto users in Pakistan, from the Virtual Assets Act to frozen accounts and FIA or NCCIA notices.
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Crypto tax in Pakistan: what the rules say in 2026
Pakistan has no crypto-specific tax rate. What the Finance Act 2026 did and did not add, how gains are likely treated, and what goes in your wealth statement.
Legal · PartnerBank account blocked after a P2P crypto trade: what to do
Why Pakistani bank accounts get frozen after P2P crypto trades, how a chain dispute works, and the steps people take, including State Bank and PVARA complaints.
Legal · PartnerIs crypto legal in Pakistan? What individuals need to know
The Virtual Assets Act 2026 regulates crypto businesses, not ordinary holders. What it says, what the State Bank and PVARA said, and where the risks remain.
Stablecoins · PartnerPVARA: stablecoin pilots in Pakistan need approval first
PVARA's April 2026 advisory says stablecoin remittance pilots and partnerships need its prior approval. What it means for banks, fintechs and launch plans.
Legal · PartnerWhat is a PRC certificate? A guide for Pakistani freelancers
A PRC is the bank document showing a payment from abroad reached you and was converted to rupees. What it covers, who issues it and when you won't get one.
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