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Djibouti vs Portugal
Tax Rate Comparison

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πŸ‡©πŸ‡― Djibouti
vs
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal
Tax Year:

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Individual Income Tax (Top Marginal Rate)
Top Income Tax Rate
0–30%
No change
13.25–48%
48% top rate; further bracket relief phasing in
No change
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
10%
No change
6–23%
23% standard; food VAT reductions under review
No change
Corporate Tax Rate
Corporate Tax Rate
25%
No change
19%
Gradual reduction to 15% by 2030; 19% for 2026
β–Ό -2.0pp vs 2025
Capital Gains Tax
Capital Gains Tax
Taxed as income
No change
28%
28% flat; IFICI regime for new residents
No change
Social Security & Payroll
Social Security / Payroll
4% + 7%
No change
~34.75%
Stable; pension reform discussions ongoing
No change
State, Regional & Local Taxes

πŸ‡©πŸ‡― Djibouti β€” Djibouti Tax System

Djibouti has progressive income tax up to 30%. The country is strategically important as a maritime hub and hosts multiple foreign military bases (US, France, China, Italy, Japan), which provide significant lease revenue. The Port of Djibouti handles ~95% of Ethiopian imports/exports. VAT at 10% was introduced in 2009. Free trade zones offer tax exemptions.

πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal β€” Municipal & Regional Taxes

Portugal's 18 districts and 308 municipalities levy a municipal IRS surcharge (Derrama Municipal) of up to 1.5% of taxable income on residents. Municipalities also apply the Derrama Municipal on corporate profits (up to 1.5%). Madeira and Azores autonomous regions have their own lower tax regimes: Madeira has a 14.7% corporate rate in the MIBC (international business centre). Real estate transfer taxes (IMT) are municipal. The NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) regime attracted many foreigners until 2024 when it was replaced by IFICI.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Rates shown are standard top/headline rates for informational purposes. Actual tax liability depends on income level, residency, deductions, and tax treaties. 2025–2026 data reflects announced or enacted rates and may be subject to change. Not financial or legal advice.

Djibouti vs Portugal: Key Tax Differences (2026)

πŸ’° Income Tax: πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal has a higher top income tax rate (0–30% vs 13.25–48%). πŸ‡©πŸ‡― Djibouti is more favourable for high earners.

πŸ›’ VAT/Sales Tax: Portugal has a higher consumption tax (10% vs 6–23%).

🏒 Corporate Tax: πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal offers a lower corporate rate (19% vs 25%), which can influence business location decisions.

πŸ“ˆ Capital Gains: πŸ‡©πŸ‡― Djibouti taxes investment gains at a lower rate (25% vs 28%), benefiting investors.

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