Brazil vs Taiwan
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%.
πΉπΌ Taiwan β Municipal & County Tax Levies
Taiwan's 6 special municipalities (including Taipei, New Taipei, Kaohsiung), 3 cities, and 13 counties each levy local taxes including land value tax (1%β5.5% of announced land value), house tax (1.5%β3.6% on residential; 3%β5% commercial), and vehicle license tax. Land Value Increment Tax (LVIT) on land price gains is a major revenue source. The National Taxation Bureau administers national income and business taxes.
Brazil vs Taiwan: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: πΉπΌ Taiwan has a higher top income tax rate (0β27.5% vs 5β40%). π§π· Brazil is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Brazil has a higher consumption tax (~27.5% combined vs 5%).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΉπΌ Taiwan offers a lower corporate rate (20% vs 34%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: πΉπΌ Taiwan taxes investment gains at a lower rate (0% vs 22.5%), benefiting investors.