Bitcoin taxes? We make it easy for you
In Austria 🇦🇹 we handle them automatically, and in Germany 🇩🇪 we make them as simple as possible: holding period trackers and account statements with just one click.
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How Bitcoin taxes work with 21bitcoin
🇩🇪 Germany: as simple as it gets
For privately held Bitcoin, profits are generally tax-free after a holding period of more than one year (§ 23 EStG). Our holding period tracker shows you exactly when you reach that point.
🇦🇹 Austria: automatic
We withhold the 27.5% capital gains tax on profits and pay it directly to the tax office. You do not need to include Bitcoin profits in your tax return.
🌍 All other countries
You can access account statements (PDF & CSV) for any period at any time – ready for your tax return in accordance with your country's regulations.
Find out when you can sell tax-free
The Holding Period Tracker takes your individual Bitcoin purchases into account and helps you keep track of the acquisition dates relevant for tax purposes. The basis for tax documentation is Section 23 of the German Income Tax Act (EStG) and the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) letter dated March 6, 2025 🇩🇪.
3 tools to simplify your taxes
Holding Period Tracker
Every purchase has its own holding period. The tracker shows you exactly which of your Bitcoin are already tax-free to sell—even with savings plans involving many individual tranches.
Account Statements & Tax Reports
Export all transactions, fees, and balances as a PDF or CSV with a single click—for a month, a year, or your entire trading history. Perfect for tax returns, banks, or your own personal records.
Seamless integrations
Our account statements can be integrated with just a few clicks into leading tracking and tax reporting platforms like Blockpit and Cointracking.
Want to store your Bitcoin yourself? No problem
Transferring your Bitcoin from 21bitcoin to your own wallet is generally not considered a sale in Germany or Austria and does not, in itself, trigger a private disposal transaction. The crucial factor is that the Bitcoin remains in your possession and is not transferred to a third party for consideration.
FAQ
The report shows all your transactions, fees and your current Euro and Bitcoin balances - ideal for tax purposes, as a report for your bank or as a personal overview.
In the app, under Activity, you can export a report via PDF or Excel (CSV) with a single click - for any time period you choose.
No, we do it for you! Capital gains tax (KESt) is deducted automatically for Austrian taxpayers, so there's nothing for you to worry about.
In Austria 🇦🇹, 21bitcoin automatically deducts capital gains tax on taxable Bitcoin profits, provided the legal requirements are met. For Bitcoin acquired from March 1, 2021 onwards, the special tax rate of 27.5% generally applies. Bitcoin acquired up to and including February 28, 2021 are generally considered legacy assets and may be subject to different tax treatment.
In Germany 🇩🇪, no taxes are automatically deducted. Instead, 21bitcoin supports you with transaction histories, account statements, and a holding period tracker.
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Note: This information does not constitute tax advice.
Depending on your tax residency, referral bonuses may be subject to tax. The tax treatment depends on your individual situation and the applicable regulations in your country. 21bitcoin does not provide individual tax advice.
Bitcoin acquired on or before February 28, 2021, are generally considered legacy holdings (old stock) and are not subject to the new crypto tax regime. The specific treatment depends on the individual case.
For Bitcoin acquired on or after March 1, 2021, realized gains in Austria are generally subject to a special tax rate of 27.5% – regardless of the holding period.
Bitcoin acquired on or before February 28, 2021, are generally considered legacy assets and are subject to different tax rules. Gains from the sale of such legacy assets may be tax-free under certain conditions.
You can find more information on this in our Bitcoin tax guide for Austria.
Note: This information does not constitute tax advice. Your individual tax situation is the deciding factor.
Generally speaking, no. As long as the Bitcoin still belongs to you, simply transferring it to your own wallet does not, in principle, constitute a sale.
Legal basis & sources
Our information regarding Bitcoin taxes is based on current legal foundations and publications from the relevant tax authorities.
🇩🇪 Germany
Federal Ministry of Finance – BMF Circular dated March 6, 2025
The updated BMF circular covers the income tax classification of crypto assets, acquisition and disposal dates, the one-year holding period, as well as documentation and wallet-specific application of usage sequences such as FIFO.
Section 23 EStG – Private Disposal Transactions
The legal basis for the taxation of privately held Bitcoin in Germany. Profits from private disposal transactions remain tax-free, among other conditions, if the total profit in the calendar year is below the statutory exemption limit of €1,000.
🇦🇹 Austria
Federal Ministry of Finance – Tax Treatment of Cryptocurrencies
The Austrian Federal Ministry of Finance explains the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies, specifically the special 27.5% tax rate for income derived from cryptocurrencies and the application of capital gains tax.
As of August 2026. Tax laws are subject to change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute tax advice.
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