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Mexico

Progressive TaxCorporate TaxVAT

Mexico's Tax System Overview

Mexico has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 1.92% to 35%. The corporate tax rate is 30%, and the standard VAT rate is 16%.

INCOME

1.92%–35%

 

CORP

30%

 

VAT

16%

 

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Progressive income tax rates

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Standard corporate tax rate of 30%

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VAT applies to most goods and services

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Spain

Progressive TaxCorporate TaxVAT

Spain's Progressive Tax System

Spain has a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 19% to 47%. The corporate tax rate is 25%, and the standard VAT rate is 21%. Special regimes are available for new residents.

INCOME

19%–47%

 

CORP

25%

 

VAT

21%

 

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Progressive personal income tax rates

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Corporate tax rate of 25%

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Standard VAT rate of 21%

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France

Progressive TaxMicro-Regime

France Tax Country Overview (2026)

France features a robust but high-contribution tax system. The "Micro-Enterprise" regime offers a simplified way for freelancers to pay taxes and social charges as a percentage of turnover.

INCOME

11% – 45% (Family quotient system applies)

 

CORP

25% (Standard) / 15% (SME reduced rate)

 

VAT

20% (Standard) / 10% or 5.5% (Reduced)

 

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Simplified "Micro-BIC/BNC" regimes for freelancers.

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"Versement Libératoire" option (pay income tax as a fixed % of sales).

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High-quality universal healthcare funded by social contributions.

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Panama

Territorial TaxZero Foreign TaxUSD-Based

Panama Tax Country Overview (2026)

One of the world's most prominent territorial tax systems. Income generated outside the borders of Panama is entirely exempt from local taxation for both individuals and corporations.

INCOME

0% (Foreign Source) / 15% – 25% (Local Source)

 

CORP

25% (Only on Panama-sourced income)

 

VAT

7% (ITBMS - Standard) / 10% (Alcohol/Hotels)

 

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0% Tax on foreign-sourced income for Digital Nomads.

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No exchange controls and no wealth tax.

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Reduced 5% tax on dividends from foreign operations.

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Germany

Progressive TaxTransparent

Germany Tax Country Overview (2026)

A high-tax jurisdiction known for its complexity but offering world-class social benefits. Freelancers are subject to both income tax and "trade tax" depending on their business classification.

INCOME

14% – 45% (After €11,604 tax-free allowance)

 

CORP

15% (Plus 5.5% Solidarity Surcharge + Municipal Trade Tax)

 

VAT

19% (Standard) / 7% (Reduced)

 

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Solidarity surcharge (SolZ) mostly abolished for low-mid earners.

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"Kleinunternehmer" rule: No VAT if turnover < €25,000/year.

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Extensive double taxation treaties with over 90 countries.

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Portugal

Progressive TaxNHR 2.0EU-Member

Portugal Tax Country Overview (2026)

Portugal offers a welcoming tax environment for new residents through the updated NHR 2.0 (IFICI) program, focusing on high-value professional activities and foreign-sourced income exemptions.

INCOME

12.5% – 48% (Resident) / 25% (Non-Resident)

 

CORP

19% (Standard mainland rate for 2026)

 

VAT

23% (Standard) / 13% (Intermediate) / 6% (Reduced)

 

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NHR 2.0 (IFICI) 20% flat tax on qualifying income.

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0% Tax on most foreign-sourced dividends/royalties under NHR.

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Reduced corporate tax (15%) for SMEs on first €50,000 profit.