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Lithuania vs New Zealand

Crypto regulation comparison

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Lithuania

Lithuania

New Zealand

New Zealand

Legal
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Cryptocurrency is legal and regulated in Lithuania. The Bank of Lithuania oversees VASPs under AML regulations and has been an early mover in crypto regulation within the EU. Lithuania attracted a large number of VASP registrations due to initially favorable conditions, though it tightened requirements significantly in 2022-2023. The MiCA framework now applies.

Cryptocurrency is legal in New Zealand and treated as a form of property for tax purposes. The IRD taxes crypto depending on the purpose of acquisition — if bought with the intention to sell, gains are taxable income. New Zealand does not have a formal capital gains tax, but crypto profits are often taxable under income tax rules. Exchanges are not specifically licensed but must comply with AML/CFT requirements.

Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Type Income
Tax Rate 15%
Tax Rate 10.5-39%
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator Bank of Lithuania (Lietuvos Bankas)
Regulator FMA (Financial Markets Authority), IRD (Inland Revenue)
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules No specific stablecoin regulation
Key Points
  • VASPs must register with the Bank of Lithuania under AML/CFT law
  • Capital gains from crypto taxed at 15% personal income tax rate
  • Lithuania became a major EU hub for crypto companies; over 500 VASPs registered by 2022
  • Tightened VASP requirements in 2022-2023, including local substance and capital requirements
  • MiCA transition underway from December 2024
Key Points
  • Crypto treated as property; gains taxable if acquired with intent to dispose
  • No formal capital gains tax, but income tax applies to crypto trading profits
  • Tax rates from 10.5% to 39% depending on income bracket
  • Crypto salary payments are treated as taxable income
  • Exchanges must comply with AML/CFT Act and register as reporting entities with DIA
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