How do I provide my tax information on Bitvavo? – Bitvavo Help Center

Summary

From January 2026, new Bitvavo users must provide tax information during onboarding. This requirement is based on European regulations (DAC8) to ensure tax transparency.

Introduction

To use Bitvavo, you’ll need to provide certain tax details when creating your account. This information is required by law and helps us report correctly to tax authorities.

What information do I need to provide?

When you create a new Bitvavo account (app or web), you’ll be asked to provide:

Place of birth – town and country.
Tax residency – the country or countries where you are a tax resident.
Tax identification number – the official number issued by the tax authority in your country of residence. This number is used to identify you for tax purposes.
Self-declaration – a confirmation that the information you entered is correct.

Tip: You can check what your tax identification number looks like and where to find it on the official European Commission website: Tax Identification Number (TIN) portal .

When do I need to provide this information?

If you create a Bitvavo account from January 2026, you must provide your tax information within 60 days to continue trading.
Existing users will be asked to provide this information later and must complete it by 2027.

How do I provide my Tax Identification Number

You can do this by clicking on a banner, nudge or blocking screen in the app or on web - this will lead you into the right flow.

How is my information used?

Your information will only be used to meet legal reporting obligations under DAC8. It will be securely stored and shared with the relevant tax authorities as required by law.

Warning: If you don’t provide your tax information when asked, your account may be restricted after a certain period. You’ll still be able to withdraw your funds, but you may not be able to continue trading until you provide the required information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to provide tax information?

You need to provide this information because of new European rules (DAC8). These rules require all crypto service providers to collect and share tax information with tax authorities to improve transparency and prevent tax evasion.

To learn more about DAC8, you can find more information on the European Commission’s website .

Which tax residency should I select?

You should select the country where you are considered a tax resident. If you are a tax resident in more than one country, you’ll need to add all of them. Check with your local tax authority if you’re unsure of your status.

What happens if I don’t provide my tax information?

If you don’t provide the required information when asked, you’ll receive reminders. After a certain period, your account may be restricted, meaning you won’t be able to trade. However, you will still be able to withdraw your funds.

Is my tax information secure?

Yes. Bitvavo applies the same high security standards to your tax information as to your identity verification data. Your information is encrypted and only used to meet legal reporting requirements.

Where can I find my tax identification number?

Instructions on how to find your tax identification number can be found in this support article .