Slovakia will pay significantly lower taxes on cryptocurrencies
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Leer másThe Slovak Parliament has approved new legislation that will allow citizens to pay significantly lower taxes on cryptocurrencies. The move is the result of a proposal put forward by a group of MPs from the SaS and OĽaNO parties. The new measures aim to simplify the use of virtual currencies in everyday life and encourage investment and savings among the population. It is these changes that could make a significant contribution to long-term investment and pan-European retirement savings.
Changes to the Income Tax Act will reduce the tax burden on the sale of virtual currencies. Income from the sale of cryptocurrencies will only be taxed at a reduced 7% tax rate after one year from acquisition. However, if a cryptocurrency is sold within one year of acquisition, the proceeds of that sale will be included in the tax base along with other income. Similar changes apply to income from the sale of capital assets by collective investment undertakings.
Another significant change is the exemption for income not exceeding EUR 2 400 from the exchange of virtual currency for property or services. The amendment also doubles the maximum amount of funds that can be invested in long-term savings in one calendar year to EUR 6 000. Finally, the amendment to the Collective Investment Schemes Act expands the possibilities for investing in alternative investment funds by increasing the proportion of assets that such funds can hold from qualified investors from 20% to 30%. These changes should give citizens more flexibility in investing and minimise the tax burden.
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