Czech Republic vs Mongolia
Crypto regulation comparison
Czech Republic
Mongolia
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.
Mongolia adopted the Law on Virtual Asset Service Providers (VPSP) in December 2021, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework. The Financial Regulatory Commission (FRC) registers and supervises crypto exchanges. Over 12 licensed exchanges serve 850,000+ customers. Crypto mining is legal and growing, with tax incentives for renewable energy use.
Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Type
Income
Tax Rate
15-23%
Tax Rate
10-25%
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
CNB (Czech National Bank), FAU (Financial Analytical Office)
Regulator
Financial Regulatory Commission (FRC) of Mongolia
Stablecoin Rules
Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules
No specific stablecoin regulation
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
- Law on Virtual Asset Service Providers (VPSP) adopted December 2021
- FRC registers and supervises crypto exchanges under VPSP law
- Over 12 licensed exchanges serving 850,000+ customers
- Crypto exchange income is taxable and exempt from VAT
- Mongolia launched blockchain-based OTC securities trading in 2025