Comoros vs Japan
Tax Rate Comparison
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π°π² Comoros β Comoros Tax System
The Comoros Islands have progressive income tax up to 30%. TVA is 10%. The economy is very small and among Africa's poorest, reliant on ylang-ylang exports, cloves, and remittances. Political instability (the country has had over 20 coups or coup attempts) hampers governance. President Azali Assoumani consolidated power after a controversial 2018 constitutional referendum.
π―π΅ Japan β Prefectural & Municipal Inhabitant Tax
Japan's 47 prefectures levy inhabitant tax (δ½ζ°η¨) at a flat 10% on top of national income tax β 4% prefectural + 6% municipal. A reconstruction special income tax of 2.1% of national tax applies through 2037. Property acquisition tax and fixed asset tax (1.4% of assessed value) are levied locally. Large cities impose additional taxes on large businesses.
Comoros vs Japan: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π―π΅ Japan has a higher top income tax rate (0β30% vs 5β45%). π°π² Comoros is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Both countries have comparable consumption tax rates (10% vs 8β10%).
π’ Corporate Tax: π―π΅ Japan offers a lower corporate rate (30.62% vs 35%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π―π΅ Japan taxes investment gains at a lower rate (20.315% vs 30%), benefiting investors.