Crypto tax in Ireland
33% Capital Gains Tax on crypto profits. €1,270 annual exemption.
- Short-term rate
- 33%
- Long-term rate
- 33%
- Treatment
- Capital gains tax
- Currency
- EUR
How Ireland taxes crypto
Ireland taxes cryptocurrency gains under Capital Gains Tax (CGT) at a flat rate of 33%. There is an annual tax-free exemption of €1,270 per individual. All disposals of crypto assets, including sales, trades, and exchanges, are taxable events. There is no distinction between short-term and long-term holding periods. Losses from crypto disposals can be offset against other capital gains. The Revenue Commissioners require taxpayers to self-assess and report crypto gains. Ireland has become a European hub for tech and fintech companies, with growing crypto adoption.
The same rate applies however long you held.
A 10,000 EUR gain, settled
| Held | Rate | Taken | Kept |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term | 33% | 3,300 | 6,700 |
This is the arithmetic the app runs on your device. Real liability depends on your residency, income, allowances and how the authority classifies your activity. Treat it as an estimate and check with a qualified adviser before you act.
Elsewhere in Europe
| Jurisdiction | Short-term | Long-term |
|---|---|---|
| Czechia | 23% | — |
| Georgia | — | — |
| Germany | 45% | — |
| Luxembourg | 42% | — |
| Malta | 35% | — |
| Portugal | 28% | — |
| Switzerland | — | — |
| Turkey | — | — |
Headline rate last checked 31 July 2026 · methodology