Cryptocurrency lawyer in Colombia.
Legal and tax advice for individuals in Colombia: cryptocurrency tax returns, disclosure of undeclared assets and guidance for crypto scam victims. For businesses, compliance, regulatory, licensing and MSB registration consulting. Online support, also available to clients in Spain and international projects.
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Online legal and tax advice on cryptocurrencies in Colombia. Find support for your personal situation or your company’s obligations.
Crypto tax returns · Tax disclosure and rectification · Legal guidance for crypto scam victims
I also advise clients in Spain and international projects on regulation and compliance.
Compliance officer
Support to organise, oversee and strengthen your business’s compliance function. We define responsibilities and scope according to your activities and jurisdiction.
AML/KYC compliance
We review your obligations and develop AML/KYC policies, procedures and controls tailored to the risks of your business.
Crypto licences and MSB registrations
FINTRAC - Canada
FinCEN - United States
We assess your business model and applicable regulatory requirements to define your project’s next steps.
In-house team training
We train your compliance, operations and leadership teams in crypto regulation, AML and digital law.
Legal review of Web3 products
Legal review of your digital product, white paper and smart contracts before launch.
Crypto tax returns
I help you report your digital assets correctly to Colombia’s DIAN and Spain’s tax authority, helping you avoid penalties and common mistakes.
Crypto tax planning
We analyse your portfolio and transactions to identify lawful, well-founded ways to reduce your tax burden.
Support for crypto scam victims
Legal advice for people who have lost funds through fraudulent schemes, insolvent exchanges or scam projects.
Disclosure of undeclared assets
If you have never reported your cryptocurrencies, I help you bring your tax affairs into order before a tax investigation.
Investment and wealth planning
Legal guidance before investing: regulatory risks, tax obligations and an appropriate structure for your digital assets.
Let’s discuss your case.
We review your personal circumstances and clarify your next steps.
Explore the individual consultation ↓We assess your business model and your project’s compliance priorities.
Explore the business assessment ↓Choose the session that fits your needs. Personalised support via Google Meet, with a clear objective and practical next steps.
Legal and tax consultation
To answer your questions or review a specific matter involving cryptocurrency and taxation.
- Review of your circumstances and key questions.
- Legal and tax guidance tailored to your case.
- Recommendations for your next steps.
Regulatory and compliance assessment
An initial assessment for crypto businesses and projects seeking to define their legal priorities.
- Review of your business model and jurisdiction.
- Initial identification of regulatory and compliance issues.
- Next steps and the scope of support your business may need.
Sessions provide initial guidance. Tax returns, reports, contracts, filings, programme implementation and ongoing support are quoted separately, based on the agreed scope.
- 01 · Choose your sessionIndividual or business, depending on the matter you want to discuss.
- 02 · Pick a dateCheck availability and booking instructions on Calendly.
- 03 · Clarify your next stepsWe review your questions and the priorities for your situation.
Prices are in US dollars (USD). Not sure which session to choose? Message me on WhatsApp.
Lawyer specialising in digital law, cryptoassets and compliance
Franco Daniel
Valencia Marín
I’m Franco Daniel Valencia Marín. I support businesses and individuals with the legal, tax and compliance challenges of the crypto ecosystem.
I help people like you report their assets correctly, resolve complex compliance issues and make legally informed decisions. I also help businesses build robust projects that can stand up to regulatory scrutiny.
A master’s degree in Digital Law, CAMS certification and hands-on experience in crypto compliance. That is what sets me apart.
Why work with me?
I have spent years working within the crypto ecosystem and understand its language, risks and regulation. Every consultation starts with your specific circumstances, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
My commitment is to give you clear legal guidance where others offer vague answers.
Qualifications and certifications
Master’s in Digital Law and New Technologies
University of Lille, France. Specialist training in technology regulation, data and cryptoassets.
Lawyer · Master’s in International and European Law
University of Poitiers, France. A strong legal foundation with a focus on cross-border regulation.
CAMS certification — AML compliance specialist
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist · ACAMS.
Compliance Officer and Independent Consultant
Over 5 years working in the cryptoasset sector.
Understand crypto. Make informed decisions.
On the Abogado Crypto YouTube channel, I explain the legal, tax and regulatory aspects of cryptocurrency clearly and directly, with real examples and no unnecessary jargon. Videos are in Spanish.
Latest videos · Scroll to explore more (in Spanish)
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- How to earn $700 with CoinDepo #USDC #crypto
- 7 signs of a SCAM to spot before investing your money 👀
- Earn 20% per year in dollars — tested
- I’m using CoinDepo: how much have I earned, and does it really pay what it promises? (2026)
- The worst mistake in crypto is blind trust!
- Do you really own your cryptocurrency?
- This mistake could be costly #bitcoin
- DIAN and Spain’s tax authority already know about your crypto
- Buying crypto without KYC? Don’t do this! 👀
- Is buying crypto without KYC illegal? 🤔
- 23% a year in USDC does NOT mean free money. ❗
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FAQs
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For a personal matter, choose the legal and tax consultation for individuals: USD 50 for 45 minutes. For a business or project, choose the regulatory and compliance assessment for businesses: USD 95 for 60 minutes. Both sessions take place online via Google Meet.
If you are unsure which one is right for you, message me on WhatsApp before booking.
We start with your business model, the services you offer, the countries where you operate and your project’s stage of development. We identify the legal and compliance issues to prioritise, such as applicable regulation, licences or registrations, AML/KYC and documentation.
This is an initial assessment. If you need an in-depth analysis or implementation support, we agree on a specific scope and quote.
Yes. I support the compliance function, including organising responsibilities, reviewing controls and monitoring priorities.
Whether I can take on a formal appointment, and the duties and requirements of the service, depends on your business’s activities, structure and jurisdiction. Ongoing support is agreed and quoted separately.
The service focuses on legal, tax and compliance matters. It does not include trading signals, buy or sell recommendations, or promises of returns.
We can review the legal and tax implications of transactions you are considering.
Prepare a summary of your circumstances and the questions you want to address. Individuals should indicate their tax residence, transaction types and relevant periods. If you represent a business, outline its business model, countries of operation, and existing controls or documents.
Do not share private keys, seed phrases or passwords. If additional documentation is needed, we will agree on what to provide and how to share it.
The session includes guidance on your case and recommendations during the consultation. Preparing tax returns, written reports, contracts, filings or representation before authorities requires a separate engagement and quote.
If you need any of these services, we discuss your requirements and agree on the scope before starting.
Yes. I provide online services for individuals and businesses in Spain and Colombia. Before addressing your case, we confirm the relevant jurisdiction, your needs and the scope of the service.
If your project involves other countries or requires specific local action, we assess how to coordinate the necessary support.
Yes. An early-stage assessment can help review your business model, identify regulatory issues and organise compliance priorities before launch.
It does not replace authorisation or guarantee a licence. If your project requires documentation or filings, we agree on a specific work plan.
Choose the individual consultation or the business assessment and open the corresponding calendar. You can check available dates, the price, duration and booking instructions there.
Your meeting details are provided with the confirmation. If you need help choosing a session or require ongoing support, contact me on WhatsApp or at abogadoscripto@gmail.com.
Move forward with legal clarity
Let’s take the next step in your project.
abogadoscripto@gmail.com · Spain +34 673 814 972 · Colombia +57 300 200 3896