Mexico vs France
Tax Rate Comparison
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π° Personal Income Tax Calculator
Enter your income to see your estimated annual tax liability in each country β side by side.
π²π½ Mexico β State & Municipal Taxes
Mexico's 31 states and Mexico City each have their own regimes. States charge local payroll tax (Impuesto Sobre NΓ³mina) at 1%β4% (employer-paid). Municipal property tax (predial) rates vary significantly. Some states have lodging and entertainment levies. The Maquila sector benefits from special IMMEX programs. Nearshoring boom is driving new investment.
π«π· France β Local & Regional Contributions
France's 18 regions and 96 metropolitan departments do not set income tax but levy business taxes (CFE; CVAE abolished 2024). Taxe foncière (property tax) is set by communes and has risen sharply. Taxe d'habitation was abolished for primary residences. Employers pay apprenticeship tax (0.68%) and professional training levies.
Mexico vs France: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π«π· France has a higher top income tax rate (1.92β35% vs 0β45%). π²π½ Mexico is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: France has a higher consumption tax (0β16% vs 5.5β20%).
π’ Corporate Tax: π«π· France offers a lower corporate rate (25% vs 30%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: π«π· France taxes investment gains at a lower rate (30% vs 35%), benefiting investors.