Steuern: Finanzministerium plant wohl neue Besteuerung von Kryptowerten ab 2027
Bislang können Gewinne aus Kryptowerten nach einer Haltefrist von zwölf Monaten in der Regel steuerfrei bleiben. Laut einem Medienbericht könnte sich das bald ändern.
The German Finance Ministry is reportedly considering a major overhaul of the taxation of cryptocurrency assets, with plans to be implemented from 2027. According to a draft submitted by the SPD-led Finance Ministry, profits from selling Bitcoin, Ether, and other so-called exchange cryptocurrencies would be subject to taxation regardless of the holding period.
The regulations would apply only to newly acquired holdings and could introduce automatic tax deductions starting in 2028. Currently, gains from cryptocurrency investments can remain tax-free if held for at least twelve months. The proposed tax would replace this special status that cryptocurrencies currently enjoy, distinguishing them from stocks and fund shares.
The initiative is reportedly in early coordination within the federal government, leaving room for legislative changes. The reform would apply only to cryptocurrencies acquired after December 31, 2026, while previously acquired Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies would continue to fall under existing regulations. The law is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, with the automatic tax deduction from cryptocurrency exchanges only planned to begin on January 1, 2028. Platforms would be given time to implement the necessary technical procedures.
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