Greece sets 10% tax on crypto gains effective 2027

According to Cointelegraph, Greece has approved a 10 percent tax on cryptocurrency gains that will take effect in 2027. The tax applies to net gains from the sale or exchange of cryptocurrencies. Investors who report annual net gains below 500 euros are exempt from the tax.

The measure was approved by Greek authorities and will apply to individuals holding and trading cryptocurrencies within the country. No details were provided regarding how gains will be calculated, reporting requirements, or interaction with other tax obligations. The tax does not apply to holdings that are not sold or exchanged.

The announcement follows ongoing discussions about regulating digital assets in Greece. The tax threshold of 500 euros is the only specified limit mentioned; no additional thresholds, exemptions, or conditional rules were included in the summary.