South Sudan vs Brazil
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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§π· Brazil β State & Municipal Taxes
Brazil has one of the world's most complex tax systems. States levy ICMS at 7%β18% varying by state. Municipalities levy ISS (services tax) at 2%β5% and IPTU (urban property tax). A sweeping tax reform (EC 132/2023) is gradually replacing ICMS/ISS with unified IBS and CBS taxes through 2033. States impose ITCMD (inheritance/gift tax) up to 8%.
South Sudan vs Brazil: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: π§π· Brazil has a higher top income tax rate (0β20% vs 0β27.5%). πΈπΈ South Sudan is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Brazil has a higher consumption tax (18% vs ~27.5% combined).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΈπΈ South Sudan offers a lower corporate rate (20% vs 34%), 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.