Crypto tax in Poland
How is cryptocurrency taxed in Poland?
Cryptocurrency in Poland is classified and taxed as capital gains, with a headline rate of 19%.
Common questions
- What is the tax rate on crypto capital gains in Poland?
- The headline rate for capital gains tax on cryptocurrency in Poland is 19%.
- Does Poland tax long-term crypto gains differently?
- No, long-term cryptocurrency gains are not exempt from tax in Poland.
- Does Poland tax worldwide income?
- Yes, Poland operates a worldwide tax system.
Crypto in Poland is taxed as a capital gain.
Treatment
taxed as a capital gain
Long-term
Still taxed
Headline rate
19%
For an individual in Poland, private crypto gains are taxed as capital income at a flat 19% on disposal (e.g. cashing out to fiat or spending), with no tax-free long‑term holding period.
“Przychody z odpłatnego zbycia walut wirtualnych podlegają opodatkowaniu 19% zryczałtowanym podatkiem dochodowym na zasadach określonych w art. 30b ust. 1a ustawy o podatku dochodowym od osób fizycznych i wykazywane są w zeznaniu PIT‑38.” — Ministerstwo Finansów (Poland Ministry of Finance)
Reflects the treatment of an individual's crypto disposals. Estimate — confirm against the linked source. See methodology.