Taxation of Virtual Digital Assets



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The Finance Bill 2022 has introduced clarity on the taxation of Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs), including cryptocurrencies. VDAs are now defined to include information on blockchain, NFTs, and other assets designated by the government, excluding Indian and foreign currency. Income from the transfer of VDAs is taxed at a flat rate of 30% under 'income from other sources', with only the acquisition cost allowed as a deduction. Other expenses, allowances, or business losses cannot be set off against VDA income, though intra-head set-offs for VDA gains and losses are permitted.

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FAQ :

VDAs include information on blockchain networks, podcasts, audio/video content, coded data, number tokens (like crypto), NFTs, and any other asset notified by the government. Indian and foreign currencies are specifically excluded.

Income from the transfer of VDAs is taxed at a flat rate of 30%.

Only the cost at which the VDA was acquired is allowed as a deduction. No other expenses, allowances, or set-offs of losses are permitted.

No, losses from normal business activities cannot be set off against income from the exchange of VDAs.

A TDS of 1% is applicable on payments made for the transfer of VDAs. This applies to transactions exceeding ₹10,000 in general cases, and ₹50,000 for individuals or HUFs not meeting specific turnover or gross receipt thresholds.

Acquiring any VDA for no consideration or for a consideration less than its fair market value, exceeding ₹50,000, will be subject to tax at a rate of 30%.




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