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Czech Republic vs Netherlands

Crypto regulation comparison

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Czech Republic

Czech Republic

Netherlands

Netherlands

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.

The Netherlands has one of Europe's strictest crypto regulatory regimes. DNB has overseen VASP registration since 2020 under the Dutch AML/CFT Act (Wwft), and many applications have been rejected. The Netherlands does not tax realized capital gains directly; instead, crypto holdings are taxed under the Box 3 wealth tax based on a deemed return on net assets. The AFM oversees market conduct. MiCA is now the governing framework.

Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Type Wealth
Tax Rate 15-23%
Tax Rate ~1.2-1.6% (deemed return)
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator CNB (Czech National Bank), FAU (Financial Analytical Office)
Regulator DNB (De Nederlandsche Bank), AFM (Autoriteit Financiële Markten)
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework; DNB oversight
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
  • DNB requires VASP registration under the Wwft (AML Act); rigorous approval process
  • Only a limited number of VASPs have obtained DNB registration (many rejected or withdrawn)
  • Crypto taxed under Box 3 wealth tax: deemed return on net assets taxed at ~31-36% (effective ~1.2-1.6%)
  • AFM regulates crypto advertising and market conduct; banned crypto ads targeting retail in 2022
  • MiCA framework applicable from December 2024, transitioning from national DNB regime
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