HMRC Call for Evidence on Stablecoin Cryptoasset Taxation

UK HMRC Publications & Guidance

Published March 26th, 2026

Detected March 26th, 2026

Summary

HM Revenue & Customs has opened a call for evidence to gather views on the taxation of stablecoins, a type of cryptoasset. The consultation seeks input from investors, companies, and advisory firms on how stablecoins should be treated for tax purposes for both individuals and corporations.

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HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has launched a call for evidence to gather input on the taxation of stablecoins, which are cryptoassets designed to maintain a stable value. The consultation, open until May 7, 2026, aims to understand how stablecoins are currently used and how they should be treated for tax purposes for both individuals and companies.

This call for evidence is directed at a broad range of stakeholders, including investors, technology and financial service firms, trade associations, academic institutions, and legal, accountancy, and tax advisory firms. Respondents are encouraged to submit their views via email to digitalassets@hmrc.gov.uk. The findings will inform potential future tax policy regarding stablecoins.

What to do next

Submit views on stablecoin taxation to digitalassets@hmrc.gov.uk

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Open call for evidence

Cryptoasset taxation — stablecoins

From: HM Revenue & Customs Published 26 March 2026 Get emails about this page

Summary

The government is seeking views on the taxation of stablecoins, a type of cryptoasset that seeks to maintain a stable value by reference to another asset.

This call for evidence closes at
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9:30am on 7 May 2026
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Call for evidence description

The Call for Evidence is seeking views on how stablecoins are treated for both individuals and companies. The government would like to hear from investors, professionals and firms that use stablecoins, including technology and financial service firms; trade associations and representative bodies; academic institutions and think tanks; and legal, accountancy and tax advisory firms.