Crypto tax in United Arab Emirates
No personal income tax or capital gains tax on crypto.
- Short-term rate
- 0%
- Long-term rate
- 0%
- Treatment
- No tax on gains
- Currency
- AED
How United Arab Emirates taxes crypto
The UAE has no personal income tax, making it a highly attractive jurisdiction for crypto investors. There are no capital gains taxes on cryptocurrency for individuals. Corporate entities may be subject to the new 9% corporate tax on profits exceeding AED 375,000. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have established themselves as major crypto hubs.
The same rate applies however long you held.
A 10,000 AED gain, settled
| Held | Rate | Taken | Kept |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-term | — | — | 10,000 |
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 Middle East
| Jurisdiction | Short-term | Long-term |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | — | — |
| Qatar | — | — |
| Saudi Arabia | — | — |
| Israel | 25% | 25% |
Headline rate last checked 31 July 2026 · methodology