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USDT, USDC and stablecoins in Spain: do you need to declare gains to Hacienda?

Stablecoins (USDT, USDC, DAI) are cryptocurrencies. Guide on tax obligations in Spain.

Equipo kointax·May 23, 2026·4 min read

USDT, USDC and stablecoins in Spain: taxes

Stablecoins = cryptocurrencies for AEAT: Not treated as fiat money.

Model 172: USDT/USDC balances at Dec 31 on foreign exchanges → must be declared.

Swaps with stablecoins:

  • BTC → USDT: Deemed BTC sale (capital gain if BTC appreciated)
  • USDT → ETH: Deemed USDT sale (tiny gain/loss based on actual USDT price vs €1)

Depeg events: If USDT sells at $0.95, that's a small capital loss.

Stablecoin lending/Earn interest: Capital income.

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