Czech Republic Proposes Tax Breaks for Crypto Sales After 3 Years of Holding
The Czech Republic is taking significant steps to introduce legislation that would exempt residents from taxes on cryptocurrency sales after holding the assets for over three years.
Prime Minister Petr Fiala announced on December 6 that the proposed law would also relieve citizens from the obligation to report transactions under 100,000 Czech koruna (approximately $4,200) annually. This means that everyday purchases, like buying coffee with Bitcoin, would no longer be subject to tax.
The bill, supported by Jiří Havránek, a member of the Chamber of Deputies, passed an initial reading on the same day. Czech lawmaker Jan Skopeček confirmed the approval of the holding period and transaction threshold as part of the legislation’s progress.
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A spokesperson for the Czech government indicated that these changes are aligned with Europe’s broader regulatory framework, specifically the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations. The government believes the law will foster a more conducive environment for crypto-related businesses to thrive in the country.
This move contrasts with many countries where cryptocurrency transactions typically incur capital gains taxes. In the U.S., for instance, the tax on crypto sales can range from 15% to 20%, depending on the individual’s income. Similarly, Italy had been considering a significant tax increase on crypto trading profits, though recent reports suggest they may scale back the proposed rise from 26% to 28%.
Alexander Stefanov
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