Tax Rankings 2026

Lowest Income Tax Countries in Asia 2024

This ranking lists 50 countries from lowest to highest by income_max ascending. Bahrain leads at 0.0%, while Israel has the highest rate at 50.0%. Data year: 2024.

📅 April 2026 🌎 50 countries ranked 📈 income_max ascending 🕑 Data: 2024
Key Insight Lowest rates: Bahrain, Brunei, Oman lead this ranking. The top-ranked country charges only 0.0% — making it among the most attractive globally for tax residency optimisation. Compare the full list below.

Top 3 — Lowest Income Tax Countries in Asia 2024

1st
Bahrain
0.0%
Statutory rate
2nd
Brunei
0.0%
Statutory rate
3rd
Oman
0.0%
Statutory rate
50countries ranked
22.4%average rate
7at 0% (tax-free)
17above 30%

Full Rankings Table

Filter: 50 countries
# Country Income Tax Top Rate
1
Bahrain
Asia
0.0%
2
Brunei
Asia
0.0%
3
Oman
Asia
0.0%
4
Kuwait
Asia
0.0%
5
Saudi Arabia
Asia
0.0%
6
Qatar
Asia
0.0%
7
UAE
Asia
0.0%
8
Kyrgyzstan
Asia
10.0%
9
Timor-Leste
Asia
10.0%
10
Turkmenistan
Asia
10.0%
11
Macau
Asia
12.0%
12
Uzbekistan
Asia
12.0%
13
Iraq
Asia
15.0%
14
Palestine
Asia
15.0%
15
Yemen
Asia
15.0%
16
Hong Kong (update)
Asia
15.0%
17
Maldives
Asia
15.0%
18
Mongolia
Asia
20.0%
19
Tajikistan
Asia
20.0%
20
Afghanistan
Asia
20.0%
21
North Korea
Asia
20.0%
22
Cambodia
Asia
20.0%
23
Armenia
Asia
20.0%
24
Georgia
Asia
20.0%
25
Kazakhstan
Asia
20.0%
26
Syria
Asia
22.0%
27
Laos
Asia
24.0%
28
Singapore
Asia
24.0%
29
Azerbaijan
Asia
25.0%
30
Bhutan
Asia
25.0%
31
Lebanon
Asia
25.0%
32
Myanmar
Asia
25.0%
33
Bangladesh
Asia
25.0%
34
India
Asia
30.0%
35
Jordan
Asia
30.0%
36
Malaysia
Asia
30.0%
37
Iran
Asia
35.0%
38
Vietnam
Asia
35.0%
39
Philippines
Asia
35.0%
40
Thailand
Asia
35.0%
41
Indonesia
Asia
35.0%
42
Pakistan
Asia
35.0%
43
Nepal
Asia
36.0%
44
Sri Lanka
Asia
36.0%
45
Taiwan
Asia
40.0%
46
Turkey
Asia
40.0%
47
China
Asia
45.0%
48
Japan
Asia
45.0%
49
South Korea
Asia
45.0%
50
Israel
Asia
50.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries have the lowest Income Tax Top Rate?
The countries with the lowest Income Tax Top Rate are: Bahrain, Brunei, Oman. Bahrain leads at 0.0%. Zero-tax or near-zero jurisdictions include UAE, Bahrain, and Cayman Islands for most income taxes. Among OECD nations, Bulgaria (10% flat), Hungary (15%), and Ireland (12.5% corporate) are notable low-tax options.
How does Income Tax Top Rate affect expats and digital nomads?
Income Tax Top Rate directly impacts take-home pay and investment returns for globally mobile professionals. A 30-percentage-point difference between countries can mean €30,000/year saved on €100,000 gross income. Key considerations: the 183-day residency rule, tax treaties between countries, territorial vs worldwide tax systems, and special regimes (Portugal IFICI 10% flat, Spain Beckham Law 24%). Always confirm current rates with official sources before relocating.
What is the methodology behind the Lowest Income Tax Countries in Asia 2024?
This ranking uses statutory headline rates from income_max ascending, data year 2024. Statutory rates are the official legal top rates — effective rates (after deductions, allowances, and tax treaty benefits) are typically lower. Corporate rates shown are the standard national rate excluding municipal or state surcharges. Rankings are updated annually as new OECD and official national data becomes available.
Data sources: OECD Tax Database, IMF Fiscal Monitor, national tax authorities. Rates shown are statutory headline rates (top marginal for income tax, standard for VAT/corporate). Effective rates depend on deductions, filing status, and individual circumstances. Last updated April 2026. No es asesoramiento fiscal — consult a qualified advisor for your situation.