Libya vs New Zealand
Crypto regulation comparison
Libya
New Zealand
Banned
Legal
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.
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
None
Tax Type
Income
Tax Rate
N/A
Tax Rate
10.5-39%
Exchanges
No
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
No
Mining
Yes
Regulator
Central Bank of Libya
Regulator
FMA (Financial Markets Authority), IRD (Inland Revenue)
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules
No specific stablecoin regulation
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
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