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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · Tax Rates 2026
Tax Overview · North America

Tax Rates in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
for Expats 2026

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a higher-tax jurisdiction with income tax rates of 10.0%–40.0%. VAT stands at 16.0% and corporate tax at 30.0%. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines applies worldwide taxation to tax residents: global income is taxable regardless of source. An extensive double-taxation treaty network helps prevent double taxation for expats with cross-border income.

Tax Overview · North America
Top marginal rate 40.0%  ·  Corporate 30.0%  (OECD avg: 36% / 23% — Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is above OECD avg (40% vs 36%))
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OECD Tax Database 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Tax Authority Updated April 2026YMYL · Not financial advice
Income Tax
40.0%
Top marginal rate · High Tax
0%OECD avg 36%60%+
Corporate Tax
30.0%
Moderate
VAT
16.0%
Low Tax
Capital Gains
0.0%
Zero
Social Security
5.0%
Employee rate
Territorial
No
Tax system
Nomad Visa
No
Digital nomad

Key Tax Rates at a Glance

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 2026 · OECD-aligned data
OECD 2026
Income TaxTop marginal
40.0%
Corporate TaxStandard rate
30.0%
VATStandard rate
16.0%
Capital GainsInvestment rate
0.0%
Social SecurityEmployee share
5.0%
Tax TypeRateTierNotesSource
Income Tax — top rate40.0%High TaxTop marginal rateOECD 2026
Income Tax — lowest rate10.0%Entry rateOECD 2026
Corporate Tax30.0%ModerateStandard rateOECD 2026
VAT16.0%Low TaxStandard rateOECD 2026
Capital Gains Tax0.0%ZeroStandard rateOECD 2026
Social Security (employee)5.0%Employee contributionOECD 2026
Territorial TaxationNoWorldwide taxationOECD 2026
Digital Nomad VisaNoCheck official government sourcesOfficial

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Special Tax Regime

Special tax regime · Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Vincent and the Grenadin

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines offers the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Special Tax Regime for qualifying individuals. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines does not currently offer a dedicated nomad visa. Remote workers typically use long-stay or existing work-permit frameworks. The Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Special Tax Regime may still provide favourable treatment for qualifying new residents. This programme can substantially reduce the effective tax burden for new residents.

CriterionDetail
Who qualifiesQualifying expats, new tax residents, and internationally mobile professionals in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Tax rate under regimePreferential rate under Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Special Tax Regime. Consult Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Tax Authority for current applicable terms.
DurationTypically 5–10 years depending on programme. Verify via official government sources.
Application processApplications filed through Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Tax Authority. Documents typically required: proof of income, prior tax clearance, and proof of qualifying activity or investment.
Key restrictionApplicants must generally not have been tax resident in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines during a qualifying look-back period (typically 3–5 years prior).

Income Tax Brackets

Annual income in USD · 2026
Saint Vincent and the Grenadin

Corporate Tax

Standard rate & incentives
OECD 2026

VAT & Consumption Taxes

Standard & reduced rates
OECD 2026

Capital Gains & Investment Income

Rates by asset type
OECD 2026

Social Security & Benefits

Employee & employer contributions
OECD 2026

Digital Nomad & Expat Visas

Visa-aligned tax pathways
Official

Check official government sources

Tax Scenarios — Effective Rates

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · three income profiles
Computed 2026

Estimated all-in tax burden after income tax and employee social security. Assumes standard deductions; does not account for special regimes or itemised relief.

Employee · €30k
~€21,300/yreffective tax rate
Income tax 24.0% · Social sec 5.0% · Net effective 29.0%
Freelance · €75k
~€53,250/yreffective tax rate
Income tax 24.0% · Social sec 5.0% · Net effective 29.0%
Executive · €150k
~€106,500/yreffective tax rate
Income tax 24.0% · Net effective 29.0%

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Key Insight

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines applies a 40.0% top personal income tax rate, 30.0% corporate tax, and 16.0% VAT — a standard tax structure for the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines tax rates
What is the income tax rate in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The top income tax rate in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is 40.0%, with the entry band at 10.0%.
Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines tax-friendly for digital nomads?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines does not have a specific digital nomad visa. The territorial tax system is classified as no.
What is the corporate tax rate in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The standard corporate tax rate in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is 30.0%.
Does Saint Vincent and the Grenadines have capital gains tax?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has no capital gains tax.
Sources: OECD Tax Database 2026 · Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Tax Authority · Official government sources. Rates verified April 2026. Not financial or legal advice.
Updated April 2026. Sources: OECD, Tax Foundation, PWC. Methodology. For your specific situation: 30 min with a tax advisor = €120 well spent.