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Afghanistan vs Spain

Crypto regulation comparison

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Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Spain

Spain

Banned
Legal

Afghanistan effectively banned cryptocurrency in August 2022 under Taliban rule, declaring crypto 'haram' (forbidden). Authorities shut down 16 crypto exchanges in Herat and arrested traders. In 2024, enforcement intensified with provincial bans and public denouncements. Underground P2P trading persists despite the crackdown.

Cryptocurrency is legal and increasingly regulated in Spain. Crypto capital gains are taxed at progressive savings tax rates (19-28%). Spain was an early mover in requiring crypto advertising to be pre-approved by the CNMV. Since 2024, Spanish taxpayers must report overseas crypto holdings via the Modelo 721 form. Banco de España registers VASPs for AML compliance. MiCA applies from December 2024.

Tax Type None
Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Rate N/A
Tax Rate 19-28%
Exchanges No No
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining No No
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator Da Afghanistan Bank (Taliban administration)
Regulator CNMV (Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores), Banco de España
Stablecoin Rules Not applicable — crypto banned
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Key Points
  • Taliban banned crypto in August 2022, declaring it haram (forbidden)
  • 16 crypto exchanges shut down in Herat; traders arrested
  • 2024 provincial bans with public loudspeaker campaigns against crypto
  • Crypto was used during the 2021 transition period for fund transfers
  • Underground P2P trading persists for remittances despite ban
Key Points
  • Crypto gains taxed at savings rates: 19% (first €6,000), 21%, 23%, 27%, 28% (above €300,000)
  • Modelo 721: mandatory declaration of overseas crypto holdings exceeding €50,000 (from 2024)
  • CNMV requires pre-approval of crypto advertising targeting Spanish residents
  • Banco de España maintains VASP registry for AML compliance
  • Spain has a large crypto-using population; significant expat and digital nomad community
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