Crypto Gambling Tax in Germany
Gambling winnings
For private individuals, winnings from games of chance at licensed operators are generally not treated as taxable income in Germany — this is the long-standing position under German tax guidance for recreational players.
Crypto gains
Private crypto sales (Privatverkäufe) held for more than one year are generally tax-free. Sales within one year of acquisition are taxable as "other income" (sonstige Einkünfte) under §23 EStG.
Estimated gain
490.00
This is a raw arithmetic gain (proceeds − cost basis − fees) only. Whether and how much of it is taxable depends on your jurisdiction’s rules, your holding period, your other gains for the year, and your personal tax situation — see the notes below.
Notes
- •The one-year holding period is the key factor — track acquisition dates carefully.
- •Short-term private sale gains are only taxable if your total private sale gains for the year (not just crypto) exceed an annual exemption threshold (a "Freigrenze") — below it, none of it is taxed; above it, the whole amount becomes taxable, not just the excess.
- •That threshold has changed in recent years — verify the current figure rather than assuming a prior year's amount still applies.
FAQs
Are gambling winnings taxed in Germany?
For private individuals, winnings from games of chance at licensed operators are generally not treated as taxable income in Germany — this is the long-standing position under German tax guidance for recreational players.
How are crypto gains generally treated in Germany?
Private crypto sales (Privatverkäufe) held for more than one year are generally tax-free. Sales within one year of acquisition are taxable as "other income" (sonstige Einkünfte) under §23 EStG.
Is this page tax advice?
No. This describes the general structure of the rules as commonly documented, not your specific tax position. Rates, thresholds, and exemptions change frequently — verify current figures with an official source or a qualified tax professional before acting.