Chile vs Hong Kong
Tax Rate Comparison
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π¨π± Chile β Municipal & Regional Taxes
Chile's 16 regions and 346 municipalities do not levy separate income taxes. Municipalities charge patente municipal (business licence fee) based on capital, typically 0.25%β0.5% of net equity/year, capped at ~$8,000 USD. Property tax (contribuciones de bienes raΓces) is national in structure but rates vary 0.075%β1.2% by property type. The SII (tax authority) is national. The Royalty Minero (mining royalty) is a significant revenue source in copper-producing regions.
ππ° Hong Kong β No Sub-Regional Tax Variation
Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region with a simple, low-tax structure. There are no sub-regional taxes. Profits tax applies only to profits arising in or derived from Hong Kong (territorial basis). Property rates are charged at ~5% of assessed rental value. Estate duty was abolished in 2006. Stamp duty on property has been progressively modified since 2022 to cool/stimulate the market. There is no VAT, capital gains tax, or withholding tax on dividends.
Chile vs Hong Kong: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π¨π± Chile has a higher top income tax rate (0β40% vs 2β17%). ππ° Hong Kong is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Chile has a higher consumption tax (19% vs 0%).
π’ Corporate Tax: ππ° Hong Kong offers a lower corporate rate (16.5% vs 27%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: ππ° Hong Kong taxes investment gains at a lower rate (0% vs 22%), benefiting investors.