ParadiseEurope
Luxembourg
0%effective individual rate
Crypto gains tax-free after 6-month holding period. Short-term gains taxed as income up to 42%. Luxembourg is a major EU financial center.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax0% after 6 months
Income Tax on CryptoUp to 42%
Corporate Tax24.94%
VAT on Crypto17%
Activity Taxes
Staking
Taxed as income
Mining
Taxed as income
DeFi
Complex - depends on activity
NFTs
Same as crypto
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Taxable
Holding Period
Holding period benefit available
Tax-free after 6 months holding
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
CSSF
Residency Requirement
EU free movement; various visas
Reporting Requirements
Annual tax return
Citizenship & Residency Path
EU residency; citizenship after 5 years
Notable Conditions
- →0% after 6 months holding
- →Major EU financial hub
- →CSSF regulates crypto
- →MiCA framework applies
- →High salaries, high cost of living
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Very High
Banking Access
Excellent
Quality of Life
Very High
Lifestyle Scores
Safety10/10
Healthcare9/10
Institutions10/10
Business Ease8/10
Int'l Schooling9/10
Privacy4/10