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Moldova Plans to Introduce Cryptocurrency Regulations in 2026
Summary: According to market reports, Moldova's Finance Minister Andrian Gavriliță announced that the country plans to introduce cryptocurrency regulations in 2026. As a candidate member of the European Union, Moldova will adhere to the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. The new regulations will clarify the legality of citizens holding, trading, and converting crypto assets, ...
According to market reports, Moldova's Finance Minister Andrian Gavriliță announced that the country plans to introduce cryptocurrency regulations in 2026. As a candidate member of the European Union, Moldova will adhere to the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. The new regulations will clarify the legality of citizens holding, trading, and converting crypto assets, and authorize specific institutions to conduct related activities. However, cryptocurrency will not be allowed for payment of goods or services. In terms of taxation, while holding cryptocurrency will not be taxed, profits from transactions will be subject to a 12% income tax. The regulations will also include strict anti-money laundering and security risk control measures. Andrian Gavriliță emphasized that the government's goal is to legalize the sector while preventing cryptocurrencies from being used for illegal financing and money laundering activities.
