El Salvador has enacted laws and/or issued guidance on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Companies subject to the laws of El Salvador should be familiar with all relevant AI-related laws, regulations, and guidance, including those listed below.

Law for the Promotion of Artificial Intelligence and Technologies, Legislative Decree No. 234, as amended by Legislative Decree No. 363 (2025)
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The Law establishes a national framework to promote the development, research, deployment and use of artificial intelligence and related technologies in El Salvador while addressing associated risks and safeguards. It establishes the National Artificial Intelligence Agency (ANIA) as the lead AI authority, with regulatory and supervisory functions, and provides a framework for cooperation with private-sector developers, providers, researchers and other participants in the AI ecosystem.

Responsible Government Organizations

National Artificial Intelligence Agency (ANIA)

ANIA is operational but has not yet established a website as of August 2026 but has an Instagram Profile (@theaiagencysv) and a Facebook Page.