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Seychelles

0%effective individual rate

IBCs with no local activity are exempt from corporate income tax, including crypto mining. No VAT or capital gains tax on crypto. VASP licensing legislation passed in 2024.

FATCA Partner

Yes

FATF Status

Clear

EU Blacklist

No

Dual Nationality

Allowed

Bitizenship

Not yet

Tax Rates

Capital Gains Tax0%
Income Tax on Crypto0% (for IBCs without local activity)
Corporate Tax0% (offshore IBCs); 25-33% domestic
VAT on Crypto0%

Activity Taxes

Staking

0%

Mining

0% (equipment must be outside Seychelles)

DeFi

0%

NFTs

0%

Taxable Events

Crypto → Fiat

Not taxable

Crypto → Crypto

Not taxable

Holding Period

No holding period benefit

All gains tax-free for qualifying structures

Regulation & Residency

Regulatory Body

Financial Services Authority (FSA)

Residency Requirement

Residency permits available; investment options exist

Reporting Requirements

VASP licensing required since Aug 2024; CARF second-batch 2028

Citizenship & Residency Path

Residency via investment; citizenship after 5+ years

Notable Conditions

  • VASP legislation passed August 2024
  • Mining-friendly policies with clear business regulations
  • IBC structure provides full tax exemption for offshore activities
  • Second-batch CARF jurisdiction (2028)
  • Popular jurisdiction for crypto exchange incorporation

Living & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

Moderate

Banking Access

Moderate

Quality of Life

High

Lifestyle Scores

Safety7/10
Healthcare5/10
Institutions5/10
Business Ease5/10
Int'l Schooling3/10
Privacy7/10

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