Are you seeking a country that offers low taxes, investment-based residency, and full compliance with international tax regulations? 

Let’s review the European Union’s official list of cooperative countries - those with no pending commitments to align with international tax standards, specifically regarding the Automatic Tax Information Exchange. This list identifies non-EU jurisdictions that fully cooperate with EU requirements. Although EU Member States are not included, it is notable that Malta and Hungary both offer lower tax rates within the EU.

Residency by investment:
Countries offering residency by investment: Georgia, Guernsey, Botswana, Cayman Islands, Cabo Verde, Costa Rica, Isle of Man, Jersey, Malaysia, Monaco, Qatar, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, and Uruguay.

Countries offering citizenship by investment include Dominica, Grenada, Nauru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia.

There are also high-tax countries with citizenship by investment and residency by investment programs. It is worth comparing Argentina, Canada, the US, New Zealand, and other developed countries with high tax burdens to locations with tax-neutral options.

This list highlights countries with significantly lower taxes than those in Northern countries, while still complying with international tax directives. Although US and European countries seek to retain taxpayer funds, if you relocate and become a tax resident in a low or no-tax jurisdiction, your home tax authority can only recognize taxes paid elsewhere.

Do you have to live in the country of your tax residency?

It depends on the chosen jurisdiction. In Europe, it is enough to visit Malta, or Paraguay, which allows its permanent residents to visit the country once every three years. However, the general rule is that if you spend more than six months (183 days) in a country, you become tax resident there.

Do you want to lower your taxes through 100% internationally tax-compliant options? We have more than three decades of experience at Discus Holdings Ltd. Request a consultation and let us help you find the right jurisdiction. 

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