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Tax — 2025/26 tax year

UK Crypto
Tax Guide

The annual CGT allowance is now £3,000. CARF reporting started in January 2026. HMRC is watching. Here's what UK crypto investors need to know.

Key numbers

£3KCGT allowance

Annual capital gains tax-free threshold for 2025/26

18%Basic rate

Capital gains tax rate for basic-rate taxpayers

24%Higher rate

Capital gains tax rate for higher-rate taxpayers

May 2027First CARF deadline

Exchanges submit 2026 calendar year data to HMRC

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