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Lesotho vs Germany
Tax Rate Comparison

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πŸ‡±πŸ‡Έ Lesotho
vs
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany
Tax Year:

πŸ’° Personal Income Tax Calculator

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Individual Income Tax (Top Marginal Rate)
Top Income Tax Rate
0–35%
No change
14–45%
Basic allowance ~€12,336; bracket creep relief
No change
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
15%
No change
7–19%
Standard 19% unchanged
No change
Corporate Tax Rate
Corporate Tax Rate
25%
No change
~29%
Coalition discussions on lowering to 25% ongoing
β–Ό -0.5pp vs 2025
Capital Gains Tax
Capital Gains Tax
Taxed as income
No change
25%
Investment income reform proposals under review
No change
Social Security & Payroll
Social Security / Payroll
N/A
No change
~41.5%
Health insurance rising; pension base up
β–² +0.5pp vs 2025
State, Regional & Local Taxes

πŸ‡±πŸ‡Έ Lesotho β€” Lesotho Tax System

Lesotho is a landlocked enclave within South Africa with progressive income tax up to 35%. VAT is 15%. The country's economy is closely tied to South Africa β€” customs revenues from SACU (Southern African Customs Union) provide a major share of government income. Textile exports (especially to the US under AGOA) and diamond mining are key sectors. Water royalties from the Lesotho Highlands Water Project also contribute.

πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ 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 ~7–17% effective. Church tax (Kirchensteuer) of 8–9% of income tax applies to registered members. The solidarity surcharge (Soli) now only applies to the top ~10% of earners.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Rates shown are standard top/headline rates for informational purposes. Actual tax liability depends on income level, residency, deductions, and tax treaties. 2025–2026 data reflects announced or enacted rates and may be subject to change. Not financial or legal advice.

Lesotho vs Germany: Key Tax Differences (2026)

πŸ’° Income Tax: πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany has a higher top income tax rate (0–35% vs 14–45%). πŸ‡±πŸ‡Έ Lesotho is more favourable for high earners.

πŸ›’ VAT/Sales Tax: Germany has a higher consumption tax (15% vs 7–19%).

🏒 Corporate Tax: πŸ‡±πŸ‡Έ Lesotho offers a lower corporate rate (25% vs 29%), which can influence business location decisions.

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