Crypto tax in Vietnam
No specific crypto tax framework yet. Personal income tax of up to 35% may apply if regulations are enacted.
- Short-term rate
- 0%
- Long-term rate
- 0%
- Treatment
- No tax on gains
- Currency
- VND
Caveat Held at zero. Crypto was only formally recognised on 1 January 2026 and no individual rate is settled yet.
How Vietnam taxes crypto
Vietnam currently has no specific legal framework for taxing cryptocurrency gains. The government has been exploring regulatory approaches since 2017, but as of now, crypto is not recognized as legal tender, a currency, or a financial asset. The State Bank of Vietnam has prohibited the use of crypto as a means of payment. However, trading and holding crypto is not explicitly illegal. The Ministry of Finance has been working on a regulatory framework, and once implemented, crypto income could potentially be taxed under personal income tax rules at progressive rates up to 35%, or as a flat 2% on gross revenue for businesses. Traders should monitor regulatory developments closely as the legal landscape is evolving rapidly.
The same rate applies however long you held.
A 10,000 VND 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 Asia
| Jurisdiction | Short-term | Long-term |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | — | — |
| Indonesia | — | — |
| Laos | — | — |
| Macau | — | — |
| Malaysia | — | — |
| Maldives | — | — |
| Singapore | — | — |
| South Korea | — | — |
Headline rate last checked 31 July 2026 · methodology