Crypto Tax Accountant UK: Digital Assets Guide

Tax Guides · 10 min read · Updated 2026-03-20

Guide to cryptocurrency tax in the UK. Learn how HMRC taxes crypto, when you owe capital gains tax, and why you need a specialist crypto accountant.

Written by Krishna, Founder & HMRC-registered tax agent at TaxRoot.

Do I need to pay tax on cryptocurrency in the UK?

Yes, cryptocurrency is subject to tax in the UK. Capital gains tax applies when you sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of crypto. If you receive crypto as payment for work or through mining, it may be subject to income tax. The annual CGT exemption for 2025/26 is £3,000, so gains…

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