Brazil vs Mozambique
Tax Rate Comparison
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π§π· Brazil β State & Municipal Taxes
Brazil has one of the world's most complex tax systems. States levy ICMS at 7%β18% varying by state. Municipalities levy ISS (services tax) at 2%β5% and IPTU (urban property tax). A sweeping tax reform (EC 132/2023) is gradually replacing ICMS/ISS with unified IBS and CBS taxes through 2033. States impose ITCMD (inheritance/gift tax) up to 8%.
π²πΏ Mozambique β Provincial & District Taxes
Mozambique's 11 provinces and 53 districts, plus the capital Maputo, have limited taxing powers. Municipal councils (autarquias) in urban areas levy property taxes (IPRA β imposto predial autΓ‘rquico), vehicle taxes, and market fees. The Autoridade TributΓ‘ria de MoΓ§ambique (ATM) administers national taxes. Mozambique is a significant natural gas producer (Rovuma Basin/Coral FLNG); LNG revenues are transforming the fiscal landscape from 2022. Significant debt from the 2016 'hidden debt' scandal continues to constrain the budget.
Brazil vs Mozambique: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π²πΏ Mozambique has a higher top income tax rate (0β27.5% vs 0β32%). π§π· Brazil is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Brazil has a higher consumption tax (~27.5% combined vs 17%).
π’ Corporate Tax: π²πΏ Mozambique offers a lower corporate rate (32% vs 34%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π§π· Brazil taxes investment gains at a lower rate (22.5% vs 32%), benefiting investors.