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Capital Gains Tax Estimator

Estimate tax on profits from selling assets — stocks, property, crypto.

About the Capital Gains Tax Estimator

When you sell an investment — stocks, property, or cryptocurrency — for more than you paid, that profit is generally subject to capital gains tax. The exact rate and rules depend heavily on your country, the type of asset, and how long you held it before selling, with many jurisdictions offering a lower rate for long-term holdings to encourage longer investment horizons.

This calculator estimates your taxable gain after accounting for purchase and sale fees, applies the appropriate rate for your country and holding period, and shows your resulting net profit after tax.

How to use it

  1. Select your country and the type of asset you sold
  2. Enter the purchase price and sale price, plus any fees on each side
  3. Select whether this was a short-term or long-term holding
  4. Review your capital gain, tax owed, and net profit

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a long-term vs short-term holding?

This varies by country, but a common threshold is one year — assets held longer than that often qualify for a reduced long-term capital gains rate, while shorter holdings are taxed at standard (often higher) rates.

Are cryptocurrency gains taxed the same as stocks?

In many countries, yes, cryptocurrency is treated as a capital asset similarly to stocks, but rules are evolving rapidly and vary widely by jurisdiction — always check current local regulations for crypto specifically.

Should I rely on this for my actual tax filing?

This is an estimate only. Capital gains rules involve many nuances — exemptions, allowances, offsetting losses — that a qualified tax professional should review for your specific situation.