Taiwan has a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, including a Virtual Asset Service Provider Registration system. The Financial Supervisory Commission actively monitors and updates regulations to ensure compliance and consumer protection.
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 30/100 (Moderate Risk) |
| Region | asia pacific |
| Currency | TWD |
| Capital Gains (Personal) | No specific crypto tax; income tax may apply at 5-40% progressive rates |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 20% profit-seeking enterprise income tax |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | FSC Taiwan |
| Framework | Virtual Asset Service Provider Registration |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $20,000 - $100,000 |
Crypto service providers must register with the Financial Supervisory Commission under the VASP registration framework.
Status: regulated
DeFi activities are subject to regulatory oversight under existing financial laws and VASP registration requirements.
Status: regulated
Stablecoins are regulated under the general financial regulatory framework and must comply with AML and licensing requirements.
Status: unregulated
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity | $0.09/kWh |
| Renewable | 15% |
| Infrastructure | good |
Mining is legal with moderate electricity costs and a temperate climate favorable for cooling. Infrastructure is good for mining operations.
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 65/100 |
| Banking Access | open |
Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map
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