Slovakia vs Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Crypto regulation comparison
Slovakia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Cryptocurrency is legal in Slovakia and regulated under EU MiCA framework since December 2024. A 7% reduced tax rate for long-term holdings was passed in 2023 but repealed by the consolidation package before taking effect. Crypto gains are taxed at standard income tax rates of 19-25%. VASPs must be authorized by NBS under MiCA.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has been a popular jurisdiction for offshore crypto businesses. No income or capital gains tax.
Key Points
- 7% tax rate for long-term holdings was passed in 2023 but repealed before taking effect
- Crypto gains taxed at 19% (income up to €47,537) or 25% (above threshold)
- VASPs must register with NBS for AML/CFT compliance
- MiCA framework applicable since 30 December 2024; NBS grants authorizations
- MiCA framework applicable from December 2024
Key Points
- Popular jurisdiction for crypto business registration
- No income or capital gains tax
- Financial Services Authority provides oversight
- ECCB provides regional monetary oversight
- Several crypto exchanges have been registered here