Mexico vs Peru
Tax Rate Comparison
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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΅πͺ Peru β Municipal Taxes & Regional Licenses
Peru's 25 regions and 1,874 municipalities have limited tax powers. Municipalities levy Impuesto Predial (property tax at 0.2%β1% of self-assessed value), vehicle tax (Impuesto al Patrimonio Vehicular), and business licences. Alcabala (property transfer tax) is municipal at 3% of value above 10 UIT. The national tax authority (SUNAT) administers income and VAT taxes. Peru has a flat corporate rate and progressive personal income tax system.
Mexico vs Peru: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π²π½ Mexico has a higher top income tax rate (1.92β35% vs 8β30%). π΅πͺ Peru is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Peru has a higher consumption tax (0β16% vs 18%).
π’ Corporate Tax: Corporate rates are similar in both countries (30% vs 29.5%).
π Capital Gains: π΅πͺ Peru taxes investment gains at a lower rate (5% vs 35%), benefiting investors.