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Belgium vs Ukraine

Crypto regulation comparison

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Belgium

Belgium

Ukraine

Ukraine

Legal
Legal

Cryptocurrency is legal in Belgium and regulated under the EU's MiCA framework. Tax treatment depends on whether gains are considered normal management of private assets (tax-free), speculative (33% misc income), or professional income (progressive rates). The FSMA has banned distribution of crypto derivatives to consumers.

Ukraine passed the 'On Virtual Assets' law in 2022, establishing a legal framework for crypto. The NSSMC is designated as the primary regulator for virtual assets. Crypto gained significance during the Russia-Ukraine war, with Ukraine receiving over $100 million in crypto donations. Tax rules specify 18% income tax plus 1.5% military levy on crypto gains. Full implementation of the regulatory framework has been delayed due to the ongoing conflict.

Tax Type Varies
Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Rate 0-33%
Tax Rate 18% + 1.5% military levy
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator FSMA (Financial Services and Markets Authority)
Regulator NSSMC (National Securities and Stock Market Commission), NBU
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules Under development in virtual assets legislation
Key Points
  • Tax treatment depends on classification: normal portfolio management (0%), speculation (33%), or professional (up to 50%)
  • FSMA banned advertising of crypto derivatives and certain crypto products to consumers in 2022
  • VASPs must register with FSMA and comply with AML/KYC requirements
  • MiCA regulation fully applicable from December 2024
  • Belgium has a relatively active crypto community and blockchain ecosystem
Key Points
  • Virtual Assets law passed in 2022, establishing legal status for crypto
  • NSSMC designated as primary regulator for virtual assets; NBU handles stablecoins
  • 18% personal income tax + 1.5% military levy on crypto gains (19.5% total)
  • Over $100M in crypto donations received during Russia-Ukraine war
  • Full regulatory implementation delayed due to ongoing conflict
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