South Sudan vs Australia
Tax Rate Comparison
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πΈπΈ South Sudan β South Sudan Tax System
South Sudan became independent in 2011 and has a nascent tax system. Progressive income tax goes up to 20%. Oil revenue (from Unity and Upper Nile states) constitutes over 95% of government revenue, with non-oil tax collection very limited. Civil war (2013β2018 and ongoing localized conflict) devastated institutions. NRA (National Revenue Authority) is rebuilding capacity with international support.
π¦πΊ Australia β State & Territory Taxes
Australia's 6 states and 2 territories levy payroll tax (4.75%β6.85%), stamp duty on property, and land tax on investment properties. There is no state income tax β income tax is federal only. The Stage 3 tax cuts (effective July 2024) restructured brackets significantly. The ACT is progressively replacing stamp duty with broad-based land value tax. Councils levy rates on property owners.
South Sudan vs Australia: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π¦πΊ Australia has a higher top income tax rate (0β20% vs 0β45%). πΈπΈ South Sudan is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: South Sudan has a higher consumption tax (18% vs 10%).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΈπΈ South Sudan offers a lower corporate rate (20% vs 30%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: πΈπΈ South Sudan taxes investment gains at a lower rate (20% vs 22.5%), benefiting investors.