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Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, has been crowned the world’s most crypto-friendly city in 2025, a title reflecting the nation’s rapid regulatory and economic advancement in the crypto space. This achievement follows Slovenia’s leading position in the Multipolitan crypto wealth concentration index, thanks to the government’s continuous efforts to refine and enhance its crypto regulation framework.

In 2025, Slovenia updated its regulatory rulebook with tax reforms, AML laws, travel rule requirements, and broader crypto regulations, creating a well-structured and secure environment for digital assets.

Key Crypto Regulation Developments in Slovenia – 2025

June 30, 2025 – Second Working Meeting at the Slovenian Ministry of Finance

Members of Bitcoin Slovenia and Blockchain Alliance Europe, along with other groups, participated in the second working meeting at the Slovenian Ministry of Finance. 

  • It aimed to classify crypto assets into two classes while providing a detailed explanation of bitcoin as an investment and payment tool, and a store of value. 

April 17, 2025 – Draft Crypto Tax Law Announced
The Ministry of Finance launched a public consultation on a proposed 25% flat tax on capital gains from crypto-assets, applicable when converting to fiat or spending crypto.

  • Feedback deadline: May 5, 2025
  • Implementation date: January 1, 2026

April 2, 2025 – ZIUIPSK Act Comes Into Force

 This act mandates stricter AML and fund transfer standards for crypto service providers.

March 6, 2025 – ZIUIPSK & AML Amendments Adopted

The National Assembly approved the ZIUIPSK Act and amendments to the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Act (ZPPDFT-2B) to enhance transparency and prevent illicit financial activity.

January 2025 – MiCA Regulation Becomes Applicable

The Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation is now fully implemented in Slovenia. Crypto service providers must meet new licensing, transparency, and consumer protection rules.
Existing providers have until July 2026 to comply, unless an earlier deadline is set by Member States.

What Do Slovenia’s Federal Agencies Say About Crypto?

  • Bank of Slovenia
    Acts as the primary regulator for financial services dealing with crypto-assets and oversees e-money token activities under MiCA.
  • Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS)
    Manages tax compliance and enforcement for crypto.
    It is currently working on redefining the fair market value starting in 2026 and considers crypto-related operations under the “permanent business activity” clause.
  • Office for Money Laundering Prevention
    Oversees VASPs registration and enforces AML compliance to prevent fraud and cyber scams.
  • National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia
    Responsible for enacting all crypto-related laws.
  • Securities Market Agency
    Handles the classification of crypto assets as securities.

Slovenia Crypto Taxation Framework – 2025 vs 2026

Taxable Event 2025 2026 (Proposed)
Holding crypto Not taxed Not taxed
Selling crypto for fiat Not taxed 25% tax on profit
Spendingcrypto on goods/services Not taxed 25% tax on profit
Crypto-to-crypto swaps Not taxed Not taxed
Transfers between own wallets Not taxed Not taxed
Mining/Staking income Taxedas income Taxed as income

Additional Notes:

  • Profits = Sale Price – Purchase Price – Transaction Fees
  • Losses can be used to offset future gains
  • Annual filing deadline: March 31
  • Tax payment deadline: Within 15 days of filing
  • Assets will get a fair market value reset on January 1, 2026
  • Only gains realized after January 1, 2026, are taxable

Corporate Crypto Taxation in Slovenia (2025–2026)

Aspect Details
Tax Status Regular business/corporate income
Tax Base All crypto-related income (trading, mining, staking)
Tax Rate Standard corporate income tax rate
Reporting Must maintain transaction records
Filing Annual corporate tax return required
Crypto-to-crypto swaps Included in business income
Mining/Staking Taxed as business income

Slovenia’s Crypto Adoption Rate in 2025

Slovenia has emerged as a major financial hub for crypto in Europe, surpassing several technological centers globally. Its crypto adoption rate reflects a rapidly growing and tech-savvy population.

Metric Value
Crypto user penetration rate 4.66%
Digital asset user penetration 5.01%
Estimated number of crypto users ~98,000
Adult crypto ownership rate (2024) 15%
Crypto Friendliness #1 globally
Estimated market revenue (2025) US$2.8 million
Revenue per user (2025) US$28.7

Crypto License in Slovenia 

There is no specific crypto license in Slovenia, unlike other countries. However, companies providing crypto services must register with the Office of the Republic of Slovenia for the Prevention of Money Laundering and other regulatory bodies. 

Conclusion

With a positive regulatory environment and supportive government agencies, Slovenia has positioned itself as a global leader in crypto regulation. The country is home to a growing number of cryptocurrency startups and is one of the wealthiest crypto countries, with an average of $240,000 per investor.

As platforms like Coinbase, Bitpanda, MetaMarket, Trust Wallet, and others gain traction among Slovenian users, the government continues to focus on tightening crypto laws—ensuring transparency, security, and proper taxation moving forward. Slovenia’s crypto regulation model could soon serve as a blueprint for other nations navigating the evolving digital asset space.

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