Liechtenstein vs Taiwan
Crypto regulation comparison
Liechtenstein
Taiwan
Legal
Legal
Liechtenstein's Blockchain Act (TVTG) effective since 2020 is among the world's most comprehensive crypto frameworks. The FMA supervises registered TT service providers. Adapted for EU MiCAR in 2025.
Taiwan regulates cryptocurrency under FSC guidance. In 2023, the FSC was designated as the primary regulator for virtual assets. VASPs must register and comply with AML regulations. Taiwan has a vibrant crypto community and several compliant exchanges. Crypto income is subject to income tax at progressive rates.
Tax Type
Income
Tax Type
Income
Tax Rate
1-8%
Tax Rate
5-40%
Exchanges
Yes
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
Yes
Mining
Yes
Regulator
Financial Market Authority (FMA)
Regulator
FSC (Financial Supervisory Commission)
Stablecoin Rules
Regulated under TVTG and MiCAR
Stablecoin Rules
Under FSC guidance; stablecoins treated as virtual assets
Key Points
- Blockchain Act (TVTG) adopted unanimously in 2019, effective Jan 2020
- Token Container Model enables tokenization of any asset or right
- FMA registers and supervises all TT service providers
- EEA MiCAR Implementation Act entered into force Feb 2025
- First country with comprehensive blockchain-specific legislation
Key Points
- FSC designated as primary crypto regulator in 2023
- VASPs must comply with AML/CFT rules and register with the FSC
- Self-regulatory guidelines issued for VASP industry (2023-2024)
- Crypto income taxed at progressive rates (5-40%)
- Major exchanges include MaiCoin/MAX, BitoEX/BitoPro