#SouthKoreaCryptoPolicy

South Korea is enhancing crypto oversight and access in 2025. From January 1, a 20% tax (22% with local levy) on crypto gains takes effect

beincrypto.com

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investopedia.com

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tokenpost.com

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. In a phased institutional rollout, charities, universities, and law enforcement can open real‑name crypto accounts and sell assets in early 2025, followed by ~3,500 corporations and professional investors in the second half

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cointelegraph.com

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. Additionally, the Financial Services Commission plans a new regulatory framework by mid-2025 to tighten exchange transparency, stablecoin rules and listings

coinedition.com

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theblock.co

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blog.iflux.global

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. Finally, from H2 2025, cross‑border crypto trades require registration and monthly reporting to the central bank to combat FX‑related crime