Tanzania: Taxes and Costs

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Tanzania's rental income tax is moderate

Effective Tax Rate on Rental Income
Monthly Income	US$1,500	US$6,000	US$12,000
Tax Rate	31.5%	31.5%	31.5%
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Income Tax

Non-resident foreigners are taxed only on income derived from Tanzania. Taxable income is computed by deducting costs incurred from the gross rental income. Non-resident foreigners are taxed at the corporate tax rate of 30%.

The after-tax profits are further subject to 10% withholding tax.

Property Tax

Property tax is levied at flat rates by the municipal or city councils based on the size, use and location of the property. Property tax can run from TZS15,000 (US$12) to TZS75,000 (US$58).

Land Rent Tax

Lands held for purposes other than agricultural and pastoral, are taxed at the 11.5% or 12.5% of the economic value. Owners of lands are liable to pay this tax. Land is not taxed as property because all lands belong to the Tanzanian government; hence, land rent tax is imposed.

Capital Gains Tax

Gains from the disposal of Tanzanian assets by non-residents are taxed at 20% on the net gains realized. Acquisition costs are deducted from the gross selling price.

However, if the property was used as the individual’s private residence for three years prior to the sale, capital gains are exempt up to TZS15,000,000 (US$11,511).

Tanzania - more data and information

• Guide to buying houses and registering property sales in Tanzania

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