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Buy crypto in Germany
Germany is one of the most crypto-friendly major economies: regulated under EU MiCA and BaFin, with the standout rule that crypto held over a year can be sold completely tax-free.
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Binance
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Gemini
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OKX
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Crypto.com
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Bitstamp
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Bybit
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Fee0.1%
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eToro
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Uphold
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The rulesNew to crypto? Start here
Is crypto legal in Germany?
Crypto is legal and well-regulated in Germany, supervised by BaFin and now harmonised under the EU's MiCA framework, which lets licensed exchanges operate across the entire bloc. Germany has long treated crypto as a recognised financial instrument, giving it one of Europe's clearest legal footings.
Germany's tax treatment is famously generous: if you hold crypto for more than 12 months, any gains on sale are completely tax-free for private individuals. Sell within a year and profits over €1,000 are taxed at your personal income rate. Funding is cheapest via free SEPA Instant transfers, supported by Kraken, Coinbase, Bitstamp, Binance and every other MiCA-licensed exchange.
Status
Legal
Regulator
BaFin
Currency
EUR €
Tax
Tax-free >1yr
Gains tax-free after 12-month hold
Good to know
Buying crypto in Germany: FAQ
For private investors, yes — if you hold for more than 12 months, gains are entirely tax-free. Sold within a year, profits above €1,000 are taxed at your income rate. This makes Germany unusually favourable for long-term holders.
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