Mexico vs Thailand
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.
πΉπ Thailand β Municipal & Local Organization Taxes
Thailand's 77 provinces contain various Local Administrative Organizations (LAOs) β municipalities, sub-district organizations (TAO), and special areas (Bangkok, Pattaya). LAOs levy Local Development Tax (LDT) on land at low rates (0.01%β0.5% of assessed value). The Land and Building Tax (LBT) implemented in 2020 applies at 0.01%β3% based on use type. Bangkok has the highest real estate values. The Revenue Department administers national taxes centrally.
Mexico vs Thailand: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: Mexico and Thailand have similar top income tax rates (1.92β35% vs 0β35%).
π VAT/Sales Tax: Mexico has a higher consumption tax (0β16% vs 7%).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΉπ Thailand offers a lower corporate rate (20% vs 30%), which can influence business location decisions.