China
Crypto trading and mining completely banned since 2021. All crypto transactions illegal. Despite ban, OTC trading estimated at $75B+.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Not allowed
CARF Status
Not yet committed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Activity Taxes
Staking
Banned
Mining
Banned since 2021
DeFi
Banned
NFTs
Banned
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
N/A - crypto banned
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
PBoC; CSRC
Residency Requirement
Very restrictive
Reporting Requirements
N/A
Citizenship & Residency Path
Extremely difficult for foreigners; PR requires 4+ years continuous residency with investment
Resilience & Plan B
Jurisdictional Resilience
How well-equipped this jurisdiction is for a crypto holder who wants stability, access, and protection.
JRS
Institutions (25%), banking (20%), tax clarity (20%), business (15%), privacy (10%), geopolitical (10%). Full methodology →
Plan B Readiness
How fast you can go from “I want to move” to “I’m a tax resident with banking and optionality.”
PBR
Business ease (25%), citizenship path (20%), dual nationality, quality of life & safety (15% each), Bitizenship (10%). Full methodology →
Notable Conditions
- →Complete crypto ban since 2021
- →Mining ban enforced
- →Massive OTC market persists
- →CBDC (e-CNY) actively promoted
- →Capital controls limit outflows
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Moderate
Banking Access
Good (no crypto)
Quality of Life
Moderate-High
Lifestyle Scores