- Slovenia announces a 25% tax on personal crypto profits starting 2026.
- Cryptocurrency-to-crypto exchanges remain tax-free.
- The tax could add up to €25 million to Slovenia’s annual revenue.
Slovenia plans to introduce a 25% tax on personal cryptocurrency profits starting January 1, 2026, as proposed by the Ministry of Finance. The proposed tax aligns crypto assets with traditional investment tools, potentially impacting Slovenia’s crypto landscape.
Slovenia’s Ministry of Finance introduced a draft law proposing a 25% tax on personal cryptocurrency profits. This law seeks to close the legal gray area where individuals reaped profits tax-free. Finance Minister Klemen Boštjančič emphasized the need for equitable tax treatment across asset classes, noting that crypto profits, unlike stocks and bonds, have been untaxed.
Slovenia’s New Crypto Tax: €25 Million Expected Annually
Slovenia’s Ministry of Finance introduced a draft law proposing a 25% tax on personal cryptocurrency profits. This law seeks to close the legal gray area where individuals reaped profits tax-free. Finance Minister Klemen Boštjančič emphasized the need for equitable tax treatment across asset classes, noting that crypto profits, unlike stocks and bonds, have been untaxed.
High taxes could discourage crypto investment within Slovenia, warn critics such as National Assembly member Jernej Vrtovec. Crypto-to-crypto exchanges remain non-taxable due to enforcement complexities. The government estimates an increase of up to €25 million annually in state revenue from this reform.
“The goal of taxation of crypto assets is not to generate tax revenue, but we find it illogical and unreasonable that one of the most speculative financial instruments is not taxed at all.” — Klemen Boštjančič, Minister of Finance, Slovenia
Crypto User Base Growth and Market Effects
Did you know? Slovenia’s crypto user base is projected to hit 98,000 by 2025, with a market size of $2.8 million, reflecting significant sector growth.
As of April 18, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) is priced at $84,556.94 with a market cap of 1.68 trillion, dominating 62.91% of the crypto market. The circulating supply stands at 19,853,009 BTC. CoinMarketCap reported a 10.82% decrease in 24-hour prices, while the 30-day change is 0.90%.
The Coincu research team notes that aligning crypto taxation with other financial assets may drive less regulatory arbitrage but could also reduce Slovenia’s attractiveness for crypto innovation. Historical trends from other EU countries implementing similar measures show mixed outcomes related to innovation and capital in the sector.
Source: https://coincu.com/332944-slovenia-crypto-tax-2026-2/