South Korea has officially ended years of uncertainty over its crypto tax policy. Starting 1 January 2027, investors will pay tax on crypto profits under new government rules. 

The decision will directly affect more than 13 million crypto investors across one of the world’s largest digital asset markets.

South Korea Ends Years of Crypto Tax Delays

South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol confirmed during a National Assembly Strategy and Finance Committee session that the long-postponed crypto tax will begin as planned in 2027.

“At present, we are proceeding with the plan to begin taxation on virtual assets next year as scheduled.”

Koo also noted that the government is not planning to allow crypto…