Digital Asset Tax: 0.1% per transaction – A signal of market transparency
The Ministry of Finance has recently officially proposed to apply a tax rate of 0.1% on the transfer value for each digital asset transaction, including crypto assets and virtual assets. An important condition for application is that these transactions must be conducted on transparent exchanges, with public prices and regular operations.
This approach is similar to current stock trading. In addition, income from digital assets may be subject to additional VAT, personal income tax or corporate tax, depending on the form of activity.
The issuance of this tax rate is not only to increase budget revenue but also an important step to legalize and make transparent the digital asset market - a field that has developed strongly in Vietnam but lacked a legal corridor for many years.
New legal corridor: Digital assets are officially legalized
Previously, digital asset trading in Vietnam took place in an ambiguous legal situation, causing difficulties in management and investor protection. However, from January 1, 2026, when the Law on Digital Technology Industry (passed in June 2025) officially takes effect, digital assets will be recognized as assets under civil law.
The representative of the Ministry of Finance emphasized:
“When digital assets are bought and sold as property, tax authorities have the basis to manage and collect taxes according to the law.”
Not Just Crypto: Many New Incomes Are Taxable Too
This revised draft Tax Law does not only target digital assets. Other income such as:
- Transfer of national domain names
- Carbon credit
- Green Bonds
- Auction winning car license plate
… will also be subject to tax. Specifically, the applicable tax rate is 5% on income exceeding 10 million VND per transaction, similar to the current calculation of copyright or franchise tax.
Vietnam – Asia's leading potential crypto market
According to Chainalysis' report, Vietnam is in the top 3 countries with the highest crypto adoption rate in the world, with more than 20% of the population owning digital assets - leading the Asia region.
The application of tax policy is considered an inevitable step to:
- Making digital asset investment transparent
- Protecting investors' interests against market risks
- Increasing budget revenue in the digital age
Conclusion: An inevitable step for the future of digital finance in Vietnam
Taxing crypto as securities marks an important shift in the management of digital asset transactions. The new legal corridor not only helps protect investors, but also opens up opportunities for Vietnam to develop sustainably in the digital asset sector.
As a pioneer in consulting and developing blockchain technology in Vietnam, HVA Group is ready to accompany the investor and business community to adapt to new policies and maximize the potential of the digital asset market in the digital integration period.
