Germany vs Greece
Tax Rate Comparison
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π©πͺ Germany β Trade Tax (Gewerbesteuer) & Church Tax
Germany's 16 BundeslΓ€nder apply federal income tax rates uniformly β no state income tax variation. Municipalities levy Gewerbesteuer (trade tax) on business profits at ~7β17% effective. Church tax (Kirchensteuer) of 8β9% of income tax applies to registered members. The solidarity surcharge (Soli) now only applies to the top ~10% of earners.
π¬π· Greece β Municipal & Regional Taxes
Greece's 13 regions (perifereies) and 325 municipalities (dimoi) do not set income tax independently. However, municipalities levy ENFIA supplements (property tax top-ups) and local business fees. The ENFIA (Single Property Tax) is nationally set but has municipal supplement components. EETA (special property levy) applies to certain properties. Greece's tax system has been substantially reformed since the 2010 bailout, with major improvements to compliance and electronic filing requirements.
Germany vs Greece: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π©πͺ Germany has a higher top income tax rate (14β45% vs 0β44%). π¬π· Greece is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Greece has a higher consumption tax (7β19% vs 6β24%).
π’ Corporate Tax: π¬π· Greece offers a lower corporate rate (22% vs 29%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π¬π· Greece taxes investment gains at a lower rate (15% vs 25%), benefiting investors.