Brazil vs Qatar
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%.
πΆπ¦ Qatar β No Sub-National Tax Variation
Qatar is a city-state with no local or regional income taxes. All taxes are national. Qatar has no income tax on individuals. Foreign companies pay 10% corporate income tax (no tax on Qatari-owned companies). Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) companies pay 10% on locally sourced profits. The World Cup 2022 investments have spurred significant infrastructure spending. Qatar National Vision 2030 targets economic diversification. With the world's highest per-capita GDP, Qatar has enormous sovereign wealth via QIA.
Brazil vs Qatar: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π§π· Brazil has a higher top income tax rate (0β27.5% vs 0%). πΆπ¦ Qatar is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Brazil has a higher consumption tax (~27.5% combined vs 0%).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΆπ¦ Qatar offers a lower corporate rate (10% vs 34%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: πΆπ¦ Qatar taxes investment gains at a lower rate (0% vs 22.5%), benefiting investors.