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Crypto Regulations in the Netherlands 2025

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Vignesh S G

The Netherlands is often regarded as a crypto-friendly country due to its robust regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. While owning and trading cryptocurrency is legal in the Netherlands, it does not have any specific concrete regulations governing digital assets. Since the Netherlands is a part of the European Union (EU), it has incorporated with EU’s crypto regulations, including the EU’s fifth anti-money laundering directive (AMLD5). 

Crypto Regulations in the Netherlands

December 30, 2025

  • Netherlands establishes a 12-month transitional period for crypto asset service providers (CASPs); this approach states that existing CASPs can operate under current regulations while seeking an MICA license.
  • After concluding its serving period, only authorized entities may continue to provide crypto asset services.

December 2024 to June 2025

  • The AFM started accepting MiCA licenses for crypto asset service providers (CASPs) in April 2024. Under this policy, all Dutch crypto asset providers outside the Netherlands will require a MiCA license to operate.
  • After approval, the licenses become effective from December 30, 2024. Article 60 states, ‘certain financial entities’ will not require a CASP license from their domestic regulator; they will rather be required to follow a simplified notification procedure to extend operations of digital assets.
  • This impacts the ‘travel rule’ of the crypto asset transfer and will be subject to the Sanctions Act 1977. The act will end before serving the 18 months permitted under MICA, and will conclude on June 30, 2025.

January 2025

  • This approach aims to establish a clear and secure regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies. In addition, it protects the investors and ensures integrity in the financial system.
DateLaw/ RegulationDetails
December 30, 2024MICA ProvisionCASPs require obtaining authorization from DNB
November 2024Tether investment in QuantozAims to launch MICA-compliant stablecoin
July 17, 2024Basel cryptoasset standardThis will be implemented from January 1, 2026
June 30, 2024ART & ERTTrading of asset-referenced tokens (ART) and e-money tokens (EMT) becomes applicable
June 29, 2023Provision for regulating ART & ERTCame into effect under the MICA regime
2023Crypto taxUpdates in ‘fictitious return’
2022Crypto taxUpdated wealth tax on the proportion of total wealth
2020AML/ CFTAdopted under the Dutch interpretation of the EU’s fifth anti-money laundering directive (AMLD5)
2020WwftThe Money Laundering and terrorist financing prevention act was launched under AML/ CFT.

What is the Dutch Government Telling About Crypto?

The Dutch National Bank- De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB):

  • It is the primary regulator of cryptocurrency, currently focusing on crypto fiat exchanges and custodian wallet providers.
  • It enacted the Market in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCAR) to promote transparency in the crypto ecosystem in the Netherlands.
  • Classified backed and unbacked cryptocurrencies; Bitcoin and Doge are unbacked, stablecoins are backed.

The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM):

  • Promotes fair and transparent financial markets to develop sustainable financial well-being for crypto.
  • Regulates crypto and enforces penalties for non-compliance with AFM standards.

Crypto Tax in the Netherlands

  • Capital gains tax: CGT is not applicable on crypto assets; digital assets are only subject to wealth tax, which is calculated on January 1 each year.
  • Crypto Box-3 system: The Netherlands has introduced a box system, categorizing different taxes in each box.  Box 1 is income from employment, day trading crypto assets, or mining/ staking, as employment is subject to this tax, while Box 2 is of substantial interest.
  • Tax rate: Crypto assets are reported under the Box 3 tax system in the Netherlands. The tax levied on presumed gains in this category is called Vermogensrendementsheffing, which is 36% on the tidal value of crypto assets.

Tax summary table for 2025

Tax typeDetails
CGTNA
Wealth tax36% of total assets
Income taxTax exemption limit: €57,684
Gift cryptoTax exemption limit: €2,690

Crypto adoption rate

Penetration: Over 5 million people are using cryptocurrency in 2025, which represents the penetration rate of 31.05%. By 2026, the numbers are expected to increase by 5.85 million users, projecting a 31.72% penetration rate. 

Revenue: The current revenue in the crypto market is US$966.7 million, which is anticipated to rise by 3.07% by next year. By 2026, the crypto market in the Netherlands will reach US$996.3 million in revenue. 

Crypto Holdings: No official disclosure yet; the Dutch government is currently focusing on enhancing the regulatory framework. 

Conclusion

The Netherlands’ government does not hold any crypto assets in its federal reserves; the YouTube influencer Bitcoin Bram has proposed to the Dutch government for the establishment of a national bitcoin reserve. Despite not having any possession of crypto assets in its reserve, the Dutch government has approved several crypto service providers and crypto assets in the Netherlands, which has helped millions of Dutch people utilize cryptocurrency legally.  

FAQs

Is crypto legal in the Netherlands?

Yes, owning and trading cryptocurrency is legal in the Netherlands. It operates under a robust regulatory framework, incorporating EU standards like AMLD5 and upcoming MiCA rules.

Is the Netherlands a crypto-friendly country?

Yes, the Netherlands is considered crypto-friendly due to its clear regulatory framework for digital assets, including a structured approach to MiCA implementation and a growing adoption rate.

What is the crypto tax rate in the Netherlands?

The Netherlands does not have a capital gains tax on crypto. Instead, crypto assets are subject to a 36% wealth tax (Vermogensrendementsheffing) on presumed gains, calculated annually on January 1.

Which authorities regulate cryptocurrency in the Netherlands?

The Dutch National Bank (DNB) is the primary regulator for crypto-fiat exchanges and custodian wallet providers, while the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) issues MiCA licenses and promotes transparent markets.

Vignesh S G

Vignesh is a young journalist with a decade of experience. A proud alumnus of IIJNM, Bengaluru, he spent six years as a Sub-Editor for a leading business magazine, published from Kerala. His interest in futuristic technologies took him to a US-based software company specialising in Web3, Blockchain and AI. This stint inspired him to view the future of journalism through the lens of next generation technologies. Now, he covers the crypto scene for Coinpedia, uncovering a vibrant new world where technology and journalism converge.

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