Brazil imposes a 17.5% flat tax on all crypto capital gains, ending previous exemptions. New rules apply to self-custodied and offshore crypto, with quarterly tax reporting. Lawmakers propose Bitcoin reserves and crypto-based payroll for foreign workers. Brazil has eliminated its long-standing tax break on cryptocurrency profits, introducing a flat 17.5% capital gains tax on all digital asset transactions. The measure, enacted through Provisional Measure 1303, took effect on June 12 and marks a significant shift in the country’s approach to crypto taxation. Previously, Brazilian taxpayers were exempt from capital gains tax on crypto sales totalling up to 35,000 Brazilian reais (approximately $6,300) per month. Gains exceeding this value were taxed progressively, with rates ranging from 15% to 22.5%, depending on the volume of the transactions. This structure allowed smaller investors to operate tax-free and subjected large-scale traders to higher tax rates. Related: BRL1 Stablecoin to Launch in Brazil, Backed by Reais and Bonds New Flat Tax Hits Small Investors, May Benefit Large Traders Under the new regulation, all capital gains from digital asse… The post Brazil’s New 17.5% Crypto Tax Creates a Direct Conflict with Its Pro-Bitcoin Ambitions appeared first on Coin Edition .
