Saudi Arabia tax rates
Middle East · headline statutory rates, 2025 · Low tax
In Saudi Arabia, the top statutory personal income tax rate is 0% (no personal income tax) (ranked #89 of 96 countries), the headline corporate income tax rate is 20%, and the standard VAT/GST rate is 15%. Capital gains for individuals are treated as: No personal capital gains tax (general). Overall it reads as a low tax jurisdiction on headline rates — low headline rates overall. These are statutory top rates, not the effective tax most people pay, and not tax advice — verify with Saudi Arabia's official tax authority.
Source: PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries. Data as of June 2026.
Saudi Arabia tax rates at a glance
| Tax | Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| Top personal income tax rate | 0% (no personal income tax) |
| Corporate income tax rate | 20% |
| Standard VAT / GST | 15% |
| Capital gains (individuals) | No personal capital gains tax (general) |
| Employee social security | Saudi nationals GOSI ~9.75% |
Source: PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries. Data as of June 2026.
Headline statutory rates (2025), compiled from PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries and cross-checked against OECD / Tax Foundation data. Rates change — confirm with the official tax authority before relying on them. This is not tax advice.
What these Saudi Arabia rates mean
The figures above are headline statutory rates: the top marginal personal income tax rate, the standard (not reduced) VAT/GST rate, and the main corporate rate. Saudi Arabia stands out because it charges no personal income tax on salaries, which is why it appears on lists of low-tax destinations for expats and remote workers. Consumption is taxed through VAT/GST at 15%, usually with reduced rates on essentials. Always layer in social security (Saudi nationals GOSI ~9.75%) and any local taxes for a full picture.
How Saudi Arabia ranks
| Measure | Saudi Arabia | Rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Top personal income tax | 0% (no personal income tax) | #89 of 96 |
| Corporate income tax | 20% | #54 of 96 |
| Standard VAT/GST | 15% | #55 of 87 |
Countries with a similar tax level to Saudi Arabia
The five countries closest to Saudi Arabia on overall headline tax level:
| Country | Top income tax | Corporate tax | VAT/GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia (this country) | 0% (no personal income tax) | 20% | 15% |
| Hong Kong | 16% | 16.5% | Salaries tax capped at 15% standard rate |
| Bulgaria | 10% | 10% | 20% |
| Paraguay | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| Isle of Man | 21% | 0% | 20% |
| Switzerland | 11.5% | 8.5% | 8.1% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the income tax rate in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia levies no personal income tax on salaries — the top rate is 0%. (Some local, payroll or social-security charges may still apply.) These are headline statutory rates as of 2025; verify with the official tax authority before relying on them.
What is the corporate tax rate in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia's headline corporate income tax rate is 20%, ranking #54 of 96 by headline corporate rate. Effective rates can differ with incentives, surcharges and local taxes. Verify with the official authority.
Does Saudi Arabia have VAT or sales tax?
Yes — the standard VAT/GST rate in Saudi Arabia is 15% (No personal income tax on salaries; Zakat for nationals). Reduced rates often apply to food, medicine and other essentials.
Is Saudi Arabia a high-tax or low-tax country?
On headline statutory rates, Saudi Arabia looks like a low tax jurisdiction — low headline rates overall. This is a rough signal from top rates only, not the effective tax an average person or company pays. Tax residency, deductions and treaties change the real picture. Not tax advice.
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Sources & accuracy
Headline rates for Saudi Arabia from PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries, cross-checked with the OECD and Tax Foundation. Data as of June 2026; reflects roughly the 2025 tax year. These are statutory headline rates, not effective rates, and this page is general information, not tax advice — verify with Saudi Arabia's official tax authority and a qualified adviser before acting. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20