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France's parliament approves vote to hit stablecoin trades with 31% capital gains tax
Publication: CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
Authors: Francisco Rodrigues, AI Boost
Source published: 20/10/2026, 11:25:00 UTC
Briefing created: 20/10/2026, 11:41:48 UTC
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Briefings
France's parliament approved a legislative amendment to impose a 31% capital gains tax on stablecoin trades, effective January 2027. This change applies specifically to MiCA-compliant stablecoins, removing existing tax deferral rules. The decision marks a significant shift in regulatory compliance for digital asset trading in the European Union.
Key points
- France's parliament approved Amendment I-3898 to remove tax deferral for MiCA-compliant stablecoins starting January 2027.
- The amendment imposes a 31% capital gains tax on stablecoin trades, replacing previous deferral rules.
Context
This legislative change represents a major regulatory shift in the EU's digital asset framework, aligning stablecoin taxation with traditional securities rules under MiCA.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single amendment text; specific implementation timelines, affected transaction volumes, or regional enforcement details are not provided.
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