Germany plans to apply a flat 25% tax rate to Bitcoin purchased after 2027, with platforms withholding and remitting taxes starting in 2028

Odaily reports: Bitcoin News posted on X that the German Ministry of Finance, led by Klingbeil, has proposed a flat 25% capital gains tax on Bitcoin purchased after December 31, 2026, which rises to 26.375% when the solidarity surcharge is included; starting in 2028, trading platforms will withhold and remit the tax. If Bitcoin is transferred to another platform and the cost basis cannot be provided, the 25% tax rate may apply to the entire sale amount rather than just the profit portion. Bitcoin purchased before the deadline will still retain the tax exemption policy after being held for one year; currently, individuals in Germany are not required to pay taxes on Bitcoin sales after holding for 12 months.