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Russia vs Ukraine

Crypto regulation comparison

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Russia

Russia

Ukraine

Ukraine

Partially Regulated
Legal

Russia's crypto regulation is complex and evolving. The 2021 'On Digital Financial Assets' law recognizes crypto as property but bans its use as a means of payment. Mining was legalized and regulated in 2024 under a new mining law. Crypto is taxed as income at 13-15%. The CBR pushed for a total ban on crypto trading but was overruled by the government, which favors regulation. International sanctions have complicated Russia's crypto landscape.

Ukraine passed the 'On Virtual Assets' law in 2022, establishing a legal framework for crypto. The NSSMC is designated as the primary regulator for virtual assets. Crypto gained significance during the Russia-Ukraine war, with Ukraine receiving over $100 million in crypto donations. Tax rules specify 18% income tax plus 1.5% military levy on crypto gains. Full implementation of the regulatory framework has been delayed due to the ongoing conflict.

Tax Type Income
Tax Type Capital gains
Tax Rate 13-15%
Tax Rate 18% + 1.5% military levy
Exchanges No No
Exchanges Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator CBR (Central Bank of Russia), Ministry of Finance
Regulator NSSMC (National Securities and Stock Market Commission), NBU
Stablecoin Rules Crypto payments banned; digital ruble CBDC introduced
Stablecoin Rules Under development in virtual assets legislation
Key Points
  • Digital Financial Assets law (2021) recognizes crypto as property but bans use as payment
  • Crypto mining officially legalized and regulated under 2024 mining legislation
  • Crypto income taxed at 13% (up to RUB 5M) or 15% (above RUB 5M)
  • Domestic crypto exchanges not legally operating; P2P trading widespread. CBR framework Dec 2025 targeting July 2026.
  • International sanctions have increased interest in crypto for cross-border transfers
Key Points
  • Virtual Assets law passed in 2022, establishing legal status for crypto
  • NSSMC designated as primary regulator for virtual assets; NBU handles stablecoins
  • 18% personal income tax + 1.5% military levy on crypto gains (19.5% total)
  • Over $100M in crypto donations received during Russia-Ukraine war
  • Full regulatory implementation delayed due to ongoing conflict
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