PurgatoryAfrica
Rwanda
5%effective individual rate
Low 5% CGT rate. Rwanda is positioning itself as a tech hub in East Africa with progressive digital asset regulation.
FATCA Partner
No
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax5%
Income Tax on CryptoUp to 30%
Corporate Tax30%
VAT on Crypto18%
Activity Taxes
Staking
Taxed as income
Mining
Taxed as income
DeFi
Not addressed
NFTs
Not addressed
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
None
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
National Bank of Rwanda
Residency Requirement
Various visa options
Reporting Requirements
Annual tax return
Citizenship & Residency Path
Residency via investment; citizenship after 5+ years
Notable Conditions
- →Low 5% CGT
- →Tech-forward government
- →Growing fintech sector
- →Clean and safe country
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Low
Banking Access
Moderate
Quality of Life
Moderate
Lifestyle Scores
Safety8/10
Healthcare4/10
Institutions6/10
Business Ease7/10
Int'l Schooling3/10
Privacy7/10