Crypto tax in Ghana
How is crypto taxed in Ghana?
In Ghana, cryptocurrency is taxed as capital gains. The headline rate is 15%.
Common questions
- What is the crypto capital gains tax rate in Ghana?
- The headline capital gains tax rate for cryptocurrency in Ghana is 15%.
- Is there a long-term exemption for crypto gains in Ghana?
- No, Ghana does not offer a long-term exemption for capital gains on cryptocurrency.
Crypto in Ghana is taxed as a capital gain.
Treatment
taxed as a capital gain
Long-term
Still taxed
Headline rate
15%
For an individual in Ghana, crypto is treated as a capital asset and any gain on disposal is taxed as capital gains at around 15%, with no tax break for long-term holding.
“Section 106—Rate of tax on capital gains: The rate of tax applicable to a capital gain of a person is 15 percent. ... Section 102—Chargeable assets: (1) A chargeable asset is an asset owned by a person, whether or not connected with a business, and includes an intangible asset.” — Ghana Revenue Authority (Income Tax Act, 2015 – Act 896)
Reflects the treatment of an individual's crypto disposals. Estimate — confirm against the linked source. See methodology.