Czech Republic vs Sweden
Crypto regulation comparison
Czech Republic
Sweden
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.
Cryptocurrency is legal and regulated in Sweden. Crypto capital gains are taxed at a flat 30% rate. Finansinspektionen registers VASPs and oversees compliance. Sweden's Riksbank has been a pioneer in CBDC research with its e-krona project. MiCA applies from December 2024.
Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Rate
15-23%
Tax Rate
30%
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
CNB (Czech National Bank), FAU (Financial Analytical Office)
Regulator
Finansinspektionen (FI)
Stablecoin Rules
Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules
Regulated under EU MiCA framework
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
- Flat 30% tax on crypto capital gains
- Skatteverket (Swedish Tax Agency) actively tracks and taxes crypto; has made bulk data requests to exchanges
- VASPs must register with Finansinspektionen for AML compliance
- Riksbank e-krona CBDC pilot is one of the most advanced in Europe
- MiCA framework applicable from December 2024