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Czech Republic vs Japan

Crypto regulation comparison

Czech Republic

Czech Republic

Japan

Japan

Legal
Legal

Cryptocurrency is legal in the Czech Republic with a growing regulatory framework aligned with EU standards. Crypto gains are subject to personal income tax at 15% (or 23% for high earners). A 2024 amendment introduced a tax exemption for crypto held over 3 years, effective from 2025.

Japan is one of the world's most comprehensively regulated crypto markets. The Payment Services Act and Financial Instruments and Exchange Act govern crypto exchanges and tokens. Japan classifies crypto as "crypto-assets" and taxes gains as miscellaneous income at rates up to 55%, though reforms to lower this rate are under active discussion.

Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Type Income
Tax Rate 15-23%
Tax Rate 15-55%
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator CNB (Czech National Bank), FAU (Financial Analytical Office)
Regulator FSA (Financial Services Agency), JVCEA
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules 2022 stablecoin law requires issuers to be licensed banks, trust companies, or fund transfer agents
Key Points
  • Crypto gains taxed at 15% income tax (23% for income above CZK 1,935,552)
  • New exemption from 2025: crypto held over 3 years or gains under CZK 100,000 per year exempt
  • VASPs must register with the FAU (trade licensing office) and comply with AML law
  • MiCA framework applicable from December 2024
  • Prague is a notable European hub for crypto businesses and blockchain development
Key Points
  • Crypto exchanges must register with the FSA under the Payment Services Act
  • Crypto gains taxed as miscellaneous income at up to 55% (national + local tax)
  • Japan's self-regulatory body JVCEA sets industry standards for exchanges
  • 2022 stablecoin legislation (revised Payment Services Act) regulates stablecoin issuance
  • Government considering tax reform to apply a flat 20% separate taxation on crypto gains