Crypto tax in Turkey

How is crypto taxed in Turkey?

In Turkey, cryptocurrency is taxed as income with a headline rate of 40%. There is no long-term exemption.

Common questions

What is the tax rate on crypto in Turkey?
Cryptocurrency in Turkey is taxed as income at a headline rate of 40%.
Are there exemptions for long-term crypto holdings in Turkey?
No, Turkey does not offer a long-term exemption for cryptocurrency holdings.

Crypto in Turkey is taxed as ordinary income.

Treatment
taxed as ordinary income
Long-term
Still taxed
Headline rate
40%

For a relocating individual, Turkey currently treats crypto disposal gains as taxable income rather than long-term capital gains, with no official holding-period exemption and progressive rates that can reach 40%.

“"İnternet üzerinden yapılan alım-satım işlemleri ile elde edilen kazançlar, diğer kazanç ve iratlar kapsamında gelir vergisine tabi olup, beyan edilmesi gerekmektedir."” Revenue Administration (Gelir İdaresi Başkanlığı)

Reflects the treatment of an individual's crypto disposals. Estimate — confirm against the linked source. See methodology.