Germany vs Russia
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·πΊ Russia β Regional & Municipal Taxes
Russia's 89 federal subjects (regions, republics, territories) set their own rates for the regional corporate income tax share (within federal bounds: regions get 17% of 20% national rate, can reduce to 12.5%). Property tax is regional, vehicle tax is regional, and transport tax varies by region. Municipal taxes are limited: land tax (0.3%β1.5%) and individual property tax are locally determined within federal parameters. Sanctions have significantly affected the international tax landscape for Russian entities.
Germany vs Russia: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π©πͺ Germany has a higher top income tax rate (14β45% vs 13β22%). π·πΊ Russia is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Russia has a higher consumption tax (7β19% vs 20%).
π’ Corporate Tax: π·πΊ Russia offers a lower corporate rate (25% vs 29%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π·πΊ Russia taxes investment gains at a lower rate (22% vs 25%), benefiting investors.