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A self-occupied person taxed at progressive 0-35% on net profit, plus Class 2 social security ~15% (capped). Business/trading income, not capital gains.
How it's classified
Self-employment / trading income (self-occupied person), taxed as ordinary income, not capital gains.
Tax rate
Progressive PIT 0-35% (top 35% above ~EUR 60,000); rates depend on single/married/parent computation.
Social contributions
Class 2 social security ~15% of prior-year net profit, capped (max ~EUR 4,245/yr).
Registration / regime
Register as self-occupied; full progressive rates apply. A 10% flat option exists only for part-time self-employment on the first EUR 12,000.
Crypto payouts
USDC for services is ordinary income at EUR value on receipt; Malta taxes crypto by nature of activity (trading income vs exempt long-term holding).
Sources
General information only — this is not tax or legal advice. Rules change and depend on your situation. Always confirm with a qualified tax professional in your country.
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