What to Know Before Using Crypto Cards in Singapore
No Capital Gains Tax
Singapore does not tax capital gains for individuals, meaning most casual crypto spending is tax-free for residents.
Trading Activity Taxed as Income
If your spending or trading patterns look like a business or professional trade, profits are taxed as ordinary income up to 24%.
Anti-Scam Transfer Holds
Banks may hold or reject transfers if you have over S$50,000 and try to move more than half your balance within 24 hours.
Credit Card Crypto Buy Ban
MAS regulations prohibit using credit cards or leverage to purchase crypto through regulated service providers.
GST Exemption on Crypto Payments
Using digital payment tokens to buy goods is not considered a 'supply' for GST, so you only pay GST on the item itself.
Regulatory Product Exits
Stricter licensing requirements have caused some crypto card providers to suddenly discontinue services for Singapore residents.
Common Questions About Crypto Cards in Singapore
1 Do I have to pay tax every time I use my crypto card in Singapore?
2 Why can't I top up my crypto card using my Singapore credit card?
3 Will my bank block me from sending money to a crypto card provider?
4 What is the best way to move SGD to my crypto card?
5 Does the length of time I hold my crypto affect my taxes?
Country-specific information last researched on . Regulations and policies can change — always verify with your card provider and local tax authority.
Top-Rated Cards in Singapore
Top-Rated Card Details
Ether.Fi Cash Card
4.6⭐Ether.fi Cash is a non-custodial Visa credit card for DeFi users seeking spending power without selling crypto.
Ready Card
4.6⭐The Ready Metal Card is a premium self-custodial Mastercard debit card for spending crypto while retaining asset control. Crypto stays in your wallet until each payment, ensuring complete financial autonomy.
Kolo Card
4.1⭐Kolo Card is a crypto debit card that lets users spend cryptocurrencies, including memecoins, at merchants worldwide that accept Visa or Mastercard. Designed for crypto enthusiasts, it features automatic real-time crypto-to-fiat conversion for everyday purchases.
PAYY Card
4⭐PAYY Card is a crypto-enabled Visa credit card that lets users spend stablecoins (USDC) directly at merchants while maintaining privacy through zero-knowledge proofs on the Payy Network blockchain. The self-custodial model gives users full control of their funds via the PAYY Wallet app.
Exa Card
4⭐Exa Card is a virtual Visa credit card enabling users to spend crypto without selling assets. It offers self-custody, onchain borrowing, and flexible payment modes.
COCA Card
3.9⭐COCA Card is a prepaid Mastercard offering high crypto cashback rewards and global spending flexibility. Issued via Wirex on the Mastercard network, it supports multiple stablecoins and requires pre-loading with funds converted to EUR.
All 55 Cards Available in Singapore
Complete list including the top-rated cards above