Step-by-Step Guides

How to Submit Your First DAC8 Report

Submitting your first DAC8 report can feel overwhelming, but the process follows a logical sequence that most crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) can navi...

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DAC8 Reporting Checklist: Complete Pre-Submission Guide

A thorough pre-submission checklist can help you avoid rejected reports, late filings, and costly rework. This guide provides a comprehensive, phase-by-phase...

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DAC8 Nil Report: When and How to File

A nil report (sometimes called a "zero report" or "no-activity report") is a submission that indicates you are a registered Reporting Crypto-Asset Service Pr...

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Setting Up DAC8 Data Collection Systems

Effective DAC8 reporting starts long before the report is generated. The foundation of compliance is a data collection infrastructure that captures the right...

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DAC8 Self-Certification: Collecting and Validating User Declarations

Self-certification is one of the most important due diligence mechanisms under DAC8. It is the process by which users declare their tax residency status and ...

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TIN Collection and Validation for DAC8

Tax Identification Numbers (TINs) are a cornerstone of DAC8 reporting. Every Reportable User should, in principle, have a valid TIN for each jurisdiction in ...

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How to Categorize Transactions for DAC8 Reporting

Accurate transaction categorization is critical for DAC8 compliance. The directive distinguishes between different types of crypto-asset transactions, and ea...

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DAC8 Report Submission: Formats, Channels, and Confirmation

Once your DAC8 report has been generated and validated, the final step is submission to your national tax authority. This guide covers the practical aspects ...

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