In 2025, is cryptocurrency legal in Pakistan? The crypto scene in Pakistan is finally heating up. While it’s not fully legalized yet, 2025 has brought major progress — and things are moving fast. Let’s break it down 👇
📜 What’s the Legal Status Right Now?
As of 2025:
🔸 Crypto is still not legal tender in Pakistan
🔸 Banks are still banned from handling crypto transactions (since 2018)
🔸 BUT — the government is actively working on regulations, not bans.
🏛️ Big 2025 Developments
🚀 Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) launched
📊 Pakistan Digital Asset Authority (PDAA) created to regulate digital assets
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has proposed changes to the law that would make digital assets legal. Translation? Pakistan is getting serious about crypto — not just for trading, but also for innovation and global competitiveness.
Why Right Now? Pakistan is providing Bitcoin mining and AI data centers with more than 2,000 megawatts of electricity. 💼 There's even a partnership with Trump family–backed crypto ventures to build out infrastructure
🌍 Pakistan wants to compete with Dubai & Singapore in Web3 innovation
🤔 So... Can You Trade Crypto in Pakistan?
Yes, peer-to-peer trading continues to be possible, particularly on global platforms like Binance. ⚠️ No formal legal protection yet — so trade carefully
🔒 Use trusted platforms and stick to verified P2P sellers
🧠 Final Take
Crypto in Pakistan is not illegal, but still unregulated — for now.
With serious moves in 2025, the country is likely to shift from grey zones to clear regulations soon.
💬 Are you ready for a regulated crypto market in Pakistan? What changes do you want to see?
Drop your thoughts 👇
