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Portugal vs Rwanda

Crypto regulation comparison

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Portugal

Portugal

Rwanda

Rwanda

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Portugal was formerly a crypto tax haven with 0% capital gains tax on crypto for individuals, but the 2023 State Budget introduced a 28% capital gains tax on crypto held for less than one year. Crypto held for over 365 days remains tax-free for individuals. Banco de Portugal registers VASPs for AML compliance, and Portugal transitions to MiCA. Portugal attracted many crypto entrepreneurs due to its previously favorable tax regime and NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) program.

Rwanda is developing a comprehensive crypto regulatory framework. The NBR and Capital Markets Authority are drafting a law requiring VASPs to obtain CMA licenses. The draft law prohibits crypto as legal tender, bans mining and crypto ATMs, and imposes fines up to 30M RWF and imprisonment for unlicensed operators.

Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Type None
Tax Rate 28%
Tax Rate N/A
Exchanges Yes Yes
Exchanges No No
Mining Yes Yes
Mining No No
Regulator Banco de Portugal, CMVM (Securities Market Commission)
Regulator National Bank of Rwanda (NBR), Capital Markets Authority (CMA)
Stablecoin Rules Regulated under EU MiCA framework
Stablecoin Rules Draft law prohibits crypto as payment; mining and crypto ATMs banned
Key Points
  • 28% capital gains tax on crypto sold within 365 days (introduced in 2023 budget)
  • Crypto held for more than 365 days is exempt from capital gains tax for individuals
  • Banco de Portugal oversees VASP registration for AML/CFT compliance
  • CMVM regulates crypto where classified as securities
  • Former 0% tax regime attracted crypto entrepreneurs; NHR tax regime phased out in 2024
Key Points
  • Draft law requires VASPs to obtain licenses from Capital Markets Authority
  • Crypto prohibited as legal tender or payment method under draft law
  • Crypto mining, crypto ATMs, and mixer/tumbler services banned
  • Penalties include fines up to 30M RWF and up to 5 years imprisonment
  • Framework driven by FATF compliance on AML requirements
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