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Declaring cryptocurrencies in the canton of Aargau

In Aargau, cryptocurrencies are declared in the list of securities and credit balances (form 101.05), with the code “KR” (Kryptowährungen, cryptocurrencies) in the first column. The balance is evidenced by a printout of the year-end wallet statements.

Source: public documentation of the tax administration of the canton of Aargau, consulted in September 2026. Updated on 14 October 2026.

At a glance

Where to declareList of securities and credit balances, form 101.05, code “KR” in the first column.
Supporting documentsPrintout of the year-end wallet statements.

Frequently asked questions

Which code should you use for cryptocurrencies in Aargau?

The code “KR” (Kryptowährungen, cryptocurrencies), in the first column of the list of securities and credit balances, form 101.05.

The rest does not depend on the canton. What is taxable, the value to use as at 31 December, the treatment of staking or airdrops: these rules are federal and apply everywhere in Switzerland. They are explained in the frequently asked questions and in the free guide.

Level 2, in preparation, will go further for the canton of Aargau: which price to use for a token missing from the Federal Tax Administration's list, where to declare income from staking, lending or airdrops, how to present your cryptocurrencies in your tax return, and which documents to prepare from 31 December.

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This page summarises the practice communicated by the cantonal administration; it does not replace the official instructions that come with your tax return, or personal advice. Deadlines change from year to year: check them on your form. The terms in quotation marks are those of the cantonal form or software, in German. The data and contacts on this page may also change: we update it regularly, but rely on its update date and, if in doubt, check with the cantonal administration.