Trinidad and Tobago

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Taxed as a sole trader at 25% (30% above TTD 1M) plus NIS, Health Surcharge and a 0.6% Business Levy on gross receipts over TTD 360,000. The crypto profit-share is ordinary business income, not exempt capital gains.

How it's classified

Self-employment/business income (sole trader), not capital gains.

Tax rate

25% on chargeable income up to TTD 1M, 30% above; personal allowance ~TTD 90,000.

Social contributions

NIS contributions (16.2% from 2026, 70% deductible); Health Surcharge up to TTD 8.25/week.

Registration / regime

Sole traders file annually + quarterly payments; Business Levy 0.6% on gross receipts over TTD 360,000 (creditable against income tax).

Crypto payouts

No specific crypto tax law; USDC payout valued and taxed as ordinary self-employment income; residents taxed on worldwide income.

Sources

taxsummaries.pwc.com

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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