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ASIA-PACIFIC · JURISDICTION PROFILE
Philippines
Developing
Travel Rule: In force
Regulator(s)BSP ↗ · SEC Philippines ↗
FrameworkBSP VASP framework (2021)
Travel RuleIn force
FATF statusNot listed
Overview
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) regulates virtual-asset service providers under a 2021 framework requiring registration and AML compliance, while the Securities and Exchange Commission addresses tokens that are securities and has proposed dedicated rules.
Regulatory framework
VASPs register with the BSP; security tokens fall under SEC rules.
Licensing & authorisation
VASPs obtain BSP registration/authorisation.
AML & Travel Rule
The BSP applies AML/CFT obligations and a Travel Rule to VASP transfers.
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