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Portugal vs China
Tax Rate Comparison

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πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal
vs
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
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πŸ’° Personal Income Tax Calculator

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Individual Income Tax (Top Marginal Rate)
Top Income Tax Rate
13.25–48%
48% top rate; further bracket relief phasing in
No change
3–45%
Continued deduction reforms; threshold adjustments likely
No change
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
6–23%
23% standard; food VAT reductions under review
No change
6–13%
13%/9%/6% structure maintained
No change
Corporate Tax Rate
Corporate Tax Rate
19%
Gradual reduction to 15% by 2030; 19% for 2026
β–Ό -2.0pp vs 2025
25%
Pillar Two implementation progressing
No change
Capital Gains Tax
Capital Gains Tax
28%
28% flat; IFICI regime for new residents
No change
20%
National property tax reform bill still pending
No change
Social Security & Payroll
Social Security / Payroll
~34.75%
Stable; pension reform discussions ongoing
No change
~36%
Gradual unification of social insurance base ongoing
No change
State, Regional & Local Taxes

πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal β€” Municipal & Regional Taxes

Portugal's 18 districts and 308 municipalities levy a municipal IRS surcharge (Derrama Municipal) of up to 1.5% of taxable income on residents. Municipalities also apply the Derrama Municipal on corporate profits (up to 1.5%). Madeira and Azores autonomous regions have their own lower tax regimes: Madeira has a 14.7% corporate rate in the MIBC (international business centre). Real estate transfer taxes (IMT) are municipal. The NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) regime attracted many foreigners until 2024 when it was replaced by IFICI.

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China β€” Provincial, Municipal & Surcharge Taxes

China's 34 provincial-level regions vary in social insurance rates (employer contributions: ~16–23% depending on province). Cities impose Urban Maintenance & Construction Tax (1–7% of VAT paid). Education surcharges add 3–5%. Local governments levy land use taxes by city tier. Free Trade Zones often have preferential 15% corporate rates.

⚠️ 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.

Portugal vs China: Key Tax Differences (2026)

πŸ’° Income Tax: πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal has a higher top income tax rate (13.25–48% vs 3–45%). πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China is more favourable for high earners.

πŸ›’ VAT/Sales Tax: Portugal has a higher consumption tax (6–23% vs 6–13%).

🏒 Corporate Tax: πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή Portugal offers a lower corporate rate (19% vs 25%), which can influence business location decisions.

πŸ“ˆ Capital Gains: πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China taxes investment gains at a lower rate (20% vs 28%), benefiting investors.

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