The finance ministry reportedly issued a statement that bitcoin trading transactions are not subject to VAT, however, its position is subject to change pending the position taken by the European Committee.
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IRS Clarifies Tax Treatment of Bitcoin and Other Convertible Currencies
The IRS issued Notice 2014-21 yesterday, which describes how the IRS will apply U.S. tax principles to transactions involving virtual currency. The GAO had previously issued a report on virtual economies and currencies, calling for additional IRS guidance on the basic tax reporting requirements applicable to virtual currencies.
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