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Arbitrum, Optimism and Base (Ethereum L2) in Spain: taxes and how to declare

Ethereum L2 networks are increasingly popular. Tax guide for users on Arbitrum, Optimism and Base in Spain.

Equipo kointax·August 27, 2026·4 min read

Arbitrum, Optimism and Base in Spain: taxes

L2 operations taxed same as mainnet: DEX swaps = capital gain/loss; staking = capital income; NFTs = same rules.

Bridging: Bridge ETH mainnet → Arbitrum = NOT taxable. Same asset, same acquisition cost, different network.

USDC.e vs native USDC: CCTP swap may or may not be taxable depending on treatment (equivalent vs swap).

L2 token airdrops (ARB, OP): Capital income at market value when received/claimed.

L2 fees: Lower than mainnet but same tax rules (small crypto spend).

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