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Self-employed sole-trader income at progressive rates up to 39%, plus ACC levies. No CGT, but this is business income not a capital gain. Provisional tax and possibly GST apply.
How it's classified
Business / self-employment income (sole trader). Taxed as ordinary income — no general CGT.
Tax rate
Progressive 10.5 / 17.5 / 30 / 33 / 39% (2025–26 bands).
Social contributions
No social-security payroll tax, but ACC levies apply to self-employed earners (~$1.75 per $100 + others).
Registration / regime
Register as a sole trader (IRD number); file an IR3; pay provisional tax if over the threshold. GST if turnover ≥ NZ$60,000.
Crypto payouts
USDC is income at NZD value on receipt; crypto acquired for trading is taxable on disposal too.
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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