Egypt's Central Bank enforces a strict crypto ban under Law No. 194/2020, blocking all trading and promotion. Despite enforcement gaps, crypto remains illegal, while blockchain tech is actively used in government systems.
Algeria banned all cryptocurrency activities in July 2025, making possession, trading, mining, and even promoting crypto a crime. With prison time and heavy fines, the country has become one of the strictest crypto environments in the world.
The Central Bank of Kuwait has imposed a total ban on cryptocurrency, including mining, trading, and payments. Enforcement is strict, with over 1,000 illegal mining sites shut down. Kuwait remains the most restrictive country in the Gulf on digital assets.