Keeping more of what you earn
For internationally mobile money, the choice of country is the choice of tax regime. Here is how the three compare — and who each one suits.
Progressive rates of 0–35% with the first €22,000 tax-free, a 17-year non-dom exemption on dividends and interest, and a 60-day rule that makes residency remarkably light to hold. Corporate tax rose to 15% in 2026.
Rates of 9–44%, offset by three powerful newcomer regimes: a €100,000 flat non-dom fee, a 7% flat tax on foreign pensions, and a 50% income-tax discount for relocating workers. The ENFIA property tax is low.
No personal income, capital gains or rental tax at all; 5% VAT and a 9% corporate tax above AED 375,000 of profit. The one essential is succession planning — a DIFC will registered early.
Side by side
| Measure | Cyprus | Greece | Dubai |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 0–35% | 9–44% | None |
| Tax-free threshold | €22,000 | None | — |
| Tax on dividends | Exempt (non-dom) | 5% | None |
| Foreign pension treatment | 5% above €5,000 (optional) | 7% flat | None |
| Non-dom duration | 17 yrs + up to 2×5 yrs (€250k each) | Up to 15 yrs (€100k/yr) | — |
| Property transfer tax (proposed, not yet in force) | No change | 15% for non-EU/EEA tax residents from Jul 2027 (now 3%) | No change |
| Inheritance tax | None | 1–10% above €150k (close family) | None* |
These guides are general information, current to early 2026, and are not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules change and personal circumstances matter — confirm the specifics with a licensed advisor before you act.
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