Crypto tax in Italy
Crypto in Italy is taxed as a capital gain.
Treatment
taxed as a capital gain
Long-term
Still taxed
Headline rate
26%
For an individual tax resident in Italy, private crypto gains are taxed as miscellaneous capital gains at a flat substitute tax rate (26%, rising to 33% from 2026) with no exemption for long-term holding.
“Capital gains realised by individuals on certain financial assets are subject to a substitute tax at a rate of 26 per cent. The tax applies on capital gains realised on the sale or redemption of financial assets and other relationships having as their object the use of capital, other than those held in the course of a business activity.” — Agenzia delle Entrate (Italian Revenue Agency)
Reflects the treatment of an individual's crypto disposals. Estimate — confirm against the linked source. See methodology.