HeavenCaribbean
Bahamas
0%effective individual rate
Zero income tax, zero capital gains tax, zero inheritance tax jurisdiction. Close proximity to Miami. Total tax haven for crypto investors.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax0%
Income Tax on Crypto0%
Corporate Tax0%
VAT on CryptoN/A (12% VAT on goods/services generally)
Activity Taxes
Staking
0%
Mining
0%
DeFi
0%
NFTs
0%
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Not taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Not taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
All gains tax-free
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
Securities Commission of The Bahamas
Residency Requirement
Permanent residency available via $750K+ real estate investment
Reporting Requirements
Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges (DARE) Act provides framework
Citizenship & Residency Path
Permanent residency via $750K+ investment; citizenship after 10+ years residency
Notable Conditions
- →DARE Act provides regulatory framework for digital assets
- →Central Bank Digital Currency (Sand Dollar) launched
- →~50 miles from Miami - easy US access
- →12% VAT on goods and services but not on crypto gains
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
High
Banking Access
Moderate-Good
Quality of Life
High
Lifestyle Scores
Safety6/10
Healthcare5/10
Institutions6/10
Business Ease6/10
Int'l Schooling4/10
Privacy6/10