Switzerland · Updated 04.13.26
Privacy coins in Switzerland
In Switzerland you can buy Zcash through several established exchanges and brokers. Monero is patchier: some Swiss platforms list it, others have delisted under AML pressure, so buyers often use peer-to-peer or atomic swap routes. Switzerland is outside the EU's MiCA framework and runs its own DLT Act under FINMA. The standout for long-term holders: no capital gains tax for individuals managing personal wealth.
Your two options
Zcash (ZEC)
Available on local exchanges
Yes, you can buy Zcash in Switzerland through several licensed exchanges and brokers.
Read the Zcash guide >
Monero (XMR)
Available via peer-to-peer only
Monero availability in Switzerland is mixed.
Read the Monero guide >What to know
Switzerland is one of the most privacy-friendly regulated jurisdictions in Europe, but it is not a free-for-all: AMLA still applies and Swiss banks are cautious about crypto-related accounts. Switzerland levies no capital gains tax on crypto disposals for private individuals managing their own wealth, which is a notable advantage for long-term holders. For ZEC, use an established Swiss exchange. For XMR, expect a patchier landscape and confirm each platform's current listing before funding.
Regulatory detail
FINMA oversight, DLT Act applies to crypto services, AMLA (Anti-Money Laundering Act) requirements. FINMA Guidance 01/2026 (January 12, 2026) updates custody standards. Not subject to EU MiCA.