Your canton · Schaffhausen
In Schaffhausen, cryptocurrencies are declared in the list of securities, under “Übrige Guthaben” (other assets). The canton publishes a “Praxistipp” (practice note) on cryptocurrencies and tokens; the online version is the one that applies, whatever the tax period.
Sources: Praxistipp “Kryptowährungen / Token – Deklaration für natürliche Personen” (cryptocurrencies / tokens: declaration for individuals) of the Steuerverwaltung of the canton of Schaffhausen; written answer from the Steuerverwaltung, 14 October 2026. Updated on 14 October 2026.
| Where to declare | List of securities, “Übrige Guthaben”, with the description and the tax value. |
| Supporting documents: wealth | Printout of the wallet or, where applicable, a screenshot. Not always required: the canton appreciates it when the declared value is documented, and it is useful in the event of a large change. The wallet number is not compulsory for now, but this may change. |
| Supporting documents: income | Credit advice or any other document confirming receipt. |
| Template or form | None. |
| Cantonal guidance | Praxistipp “Kryptowährungen / Token”, published online. The online version applies whatever the tax period; the canton reserves the right to examine special cases. |
In the list of securities, under “Übrige Guthaben” (other assets), with their description and tax value.
They are not always required, but the canton appreciates it when the declared value is documented, especially in the event of a large change. The wallet number is not compulsory for now.
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 Schaffhausen: 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.