Chile vs Switzerland
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.
π¨π Switzerland β Cantonal & Communal Taxes
Switzerland's 26 cantons and ~2,200 communes independently set income and corporate tax rates. Zug (~12% combined top) and Nidwalden are among the lowest globally; Geneva and Vaud reach ~45% combined. Wealth tax is levied by cantons. Pillar Two supplementary tax is active for large MNCs. Inheritance and gift taxes are cantonal.
Chile vs Switzerland: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π¨π± Chile has a higher top income tax rate (0β40% vs 0β11.5%). π¨π Switzerland is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Chile has a higher consumption tax (19% vs 2.6β8.1%).
π’ Corporate Tax: π¨π Switzerland offers a lower corporate rate (26% vs 27%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π¨π Switzerland taxes investment gains at a lower rate (0% vs 22%), benefiting investors.