Crypto tax in Austria (2026): rules, rate and deadlines

The main crypto tax rules for private investors in Austria, in plain language, with the official sources.

Checked November 2026Information, not tax advice

27.5%

on gains

2021

coins bought before 1 March 2021: tax-free

0%

on swaps between cryptos

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The rules

The rules in Austria in short

Checked November 2026
What is taxed
Selling coins bought from 1 March 2021 for money or paying with them. Lending interest and mining when received.
Rate
27.5% special rate (or your normal rate if that is lower, on request). Austrian exchanges such as Bitpanda withhold it (KESt).
Not taxed
Coins bought before 1 March 2021. Swaps between cryptos. Staking rewards and airdrops on receipt (cost €0). Losses reduce other capital income in the same year.
Holding period
No holding period for new coins. Cost = moving average price per coin per exchange or wallet, in euros.
Where to declare
Income tax return (E1 with E1kv) for income where no KESt was withheld.
Key dates
Calendar year. Return by 30 April (paper) or 30 June (FinanzOnline) of the following year.

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Net gain in 2026€25,000
Tax at 27.5%€6,875

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FAQ

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What is taxed on crypto in Austria?

Selling coins bought from 1 March 2021 for money or paying with them. Lending interest and mining when received.

How much tax do you pay on crypto in Austria?

27.5% special rate (or your normal rate if that is lower, on request). Austrian exchanges such as Bitpanda withhold it (KESt).

What is not taxed?

Coins bought before 1 March 2021. Swaps between cryptos. Staking rewards and airdrops on receipt (cost €0). Losses reduce other capital income in the same year.

Does it matter how long you hold your crypto?

No holding period for new coins. Cost = moving average price per coin per exchange or wallet, in euros.

Where do you declare crypto?

Income tax return (E1 with E1kv) for income where no KESt was withheld.

When do you declare?

Calendar year. Return by 30 April (paper) or 30 June (FinanzOnline) of the following year.

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