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Last Updated: Jan 20, 2009
Inheritance tax and law
INHERITANCE TAX
Inheritance taxes are levied at a flat rate of 3% for properties. However, when other assets are involved it is raised to approximately 17% - 32% of the appraised value of the estate. Furthermore, if a beneficiary does not reside in the country, a 50% surcharge is levied on the inheritance tax.
The following are exempted from inheritance tax:
- Transfers of property with value up to DOP1,000 (US$28) to direct descendants and ascendants
- Transfers of property with value not more than DOP500 (US$14) to non-relatives
- Transfer of primary residence
- The receipt by a beneficiary of the insurance proceeds
GIFT TAX
Gifts taxes are levied at a flat rate of 25%.
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