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Luxembourg vs Turkey

Crypto regulation comparison

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Luxembourg

Luxembourg

Turkey

Turkey

Legal
Legal

Luxembourg is a major European hub for crypto and blockchain financial services. The CSSF regulates VASPs and crypto-related investment funds. Crypto held for more than 6 months is generally exempt from capital gains tax for individuals, making it attractive for long-term holders. Luxembourg hosts several prominent crypto exchanges and fund administrators.

Turkey has one of the highest crypto adoption rates globally, driven by lira depreciation and high inflation. While crypto ownership is legal, the CBRT banned crypto payments in April 2021. In 2024, Turkey passed comprehensive crypto legislation under the Capital Markets Law amendment, giving the CMB authority to license and regulate crypto asset service providers. No crypto-specific tax exists yet, though legislation is under consideration. MASAK (Financial Crimes Investigation Board) oversees AML compliance.

Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Type None
Tax Rate 0-42%
Tax Rate 0% (legislation pending)
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator CSSF (Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier)
Regulator CMB (Capital Markets Board), CBRT (Central Bank), MASAK
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework; Luxembourg hosts major stablecoin issuers
Stablecoin Rules Under development; CBRT banned crypto for payments
Key Points
  • CSSF oversees VASPs under the Luxembourg AML/CFT framework
  • Individuals holding crypto for 6+ months are generally exempt from capital gains tax
  • Short-term gains taxed at progressive income tax rates up to 42%
  • Major hub for crypto investment funds and blockchain companies
  • MiCA framework fully applicable from December 2024
Key Points
  • 2024 Capital Markets Law amendment gives CMB authority to license crypto platforms
  • CBRT banned the use of crypto assets for payments in April 2021
  • No crypto-specific tax currently; capital gains tax legislation under discussion
  • MASAK enforces AML/KYC requirements on crypto platforms
  • Turkey ranks among top 5 globally for crypto adoption (driven by lira depreciation)
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