Tax planning can be complex. We offer a list of countries where you can establish tax residency with lower or no taxes through investment, using transparent and internationally compliant processes. 

If you currently reside in a high-tax jurisdiction and are able to relocate, there are fully legal options available in low or no-tax countries to reduce your tax burden. 

Most low-tax countries employ the so-called territorial tax system. It means that you pay tax only on your local (onshore) income. And your foreign-sourced (offshore) income is tax-exempt. 

Notably, most countries offering residency or citizenship by investment programs also have a territorial tax system. 

The European Union created the most comprehensive list of third countries regarding their international tax compliance policies. Moreover, the list divides the sovereign nations into three categories: 

• Non-cooperative with the EU
• Cooperate with pending commitments and
• Cooperate with the EU without pending commitments. 

Among countries not cooperating with high-tax jurisdictions, Vanuatu offers a leading citizenship by investment program (details here). 

Russia also provides a lesser-known option. Panama, recognised as a significant financial centre, offers low taxes and strong privacy protections. Its Friendly Nations Visa program has attracted many applicants in recent years. 

Among the countries that cooperate with the EU but have pending commitments, we can find Antigua and Barbuda, which has one of the most luxurious and advantageous citizenship and investment programs. The beautiful Caribbean island nation attracts investors with its tax-neutral daily life. It means that there are no income, inheritance, wealth, or capital gain taxes. 

Take a look at Antigua and Barbuda's citizenship by investment program here! 

We will continue with countries that fully cooperate with the EU on tax matters in the next section. If you would like to discuss your tax residency options, please contact our experts here. 

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