Ireland vs Libya
Crypto regulation comparison
Ireland
Libya
Legal
Banned
Cryptocurrency is legal in Ireland and subject to a 33% capital gains tax, one of the higher rates in the EU. The Central Bank of Ireland supervises VASPs under AML regulations, and Ireland follows the EU's MiCA framework. Ireland's status as a European tech hub has attracted crypto businesses.
Libya has a restrictive stance on cryptocurrency. The Central Bank of Libya has warned against crypto use. Political instability and a divided government complicate any regulatory development.
Tax Type
Capital gains
Tax Type
None
Tax Rate
33%
Tax Rate
N/A
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
No
Mining
Yes
Mining
No
Regulator
Central Bank of Ireland, Revenue Commissioners
Regulator
Central Bank of Libya
Stablecoin Rules
Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Key Points
- 33% capital gains tax on crypto profits (CGT), with an annual exemption of €1,270
- Income from crypto mining, staking, or airdrops may be treated as income tax
- Central Bank of Ireland registers VASPs under the Criminal Justice (Money Laundering) Act
- MiCA framework applicable from December 2024
- Ireland hosts European headquarters of several major crypto firms
Key Points
- Central Bank of Libya has warned against cryptocurrency use
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Political instability limits regulatory development
- Crypto used informally despite restrictions
- No licensed crypto exchanges operate