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Afghanistan vs Russia

Crypto regulation comparison

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Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Russia

Russia

Banned
Partially Regulated

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.

Russia's crypto regulation is complex and evolving. The 2021 'On Digital Financial Assets' law recognizes crypto as property but bans its use as a means of payment. Mining was legalized and regulated in 2024 under a new mining law. Crypto is taxed as income at 13-15%. The CBR pushed for a total ban on crypto trading but was overruled by the government, which favors regulation. International sanctions have complicated Russia's crypto landscape.

Tax Type None
Tax Type Income
Tax Rate N/A
Tax Rate 13-15%
Exchanges No No
Exchanges No No
Mining No No
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator Da Afghanistan Bank (Taliban administration)
Regulator CBR (Central Bank of Russia), Ministry of Finance
Stablecoin Rules Not applicable — crypto banned
Stablecoin Rules Crypto payments banned; digital ruble CBDC introduced
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
  • Digital Financial Assets law (2021) recognizes crypto as property but bans use as payment
  • Crypto mining officially legalized and regulated under 2024 mining legislation
  • Crypto income taxed at 13% (up to RUB 5M) or 15% (above RUB 5M)
  • Domestic crypto exchanges not legally operating; P2P trading widespread. CBR framework Dec 2025 targeting July 2026.
  • International sanctions have increased interest in crypto for cross-border transfers
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