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Net business profit at progressive PIT up to 30% (or a 3-4% turnover lump-sum if a small enterprise), not a one-off capital gain. While Rwanda has a 15% crypto-gains rate, regular profit-share is more naturally ordinary business income.

How it's classified

Self-employment / business profit income under the Income Tax Law; ordinary business income, not capital gains.

Tax rate

Progressive PIT 0/10/20/30% (top 30% above RWF 200,000/month) on net business profit; small businesses may pay 3-4% lump-sum turnover tax instead.

Social contributions

RSSB contributions are employment-based; the self-employed are not generally compelled (voluntary RSSB schemes exist).

Registration / regime

Real regime (full accounting) for larger income vs simplified flat/lump-sum turnover regimes for small enterprises; annual self-assessment with quarterly prepayments.

Crypto payouts

Rwanda applies a 15% rate to crypto gains per 2025 guidance; however recurring USDC contractor remuneration is better characterised as business income at progressive PIT, valued in RWF at receipt. Some classification uncertainty.

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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