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Last Updated: Aug 23, 2007

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Taxes are generally levied at 20%. However, a withholding tax on employment income is levied at 12% and 10% is applied to income from business activities.

A permanent resident is taxed on his worldwide income. Residents are taxed at the following rates:

INCOME TAX

TAXABLE INCOME, RSD (€) TAX RATE
Up to 1,142,820 (€14,374) nil
1,142,820 – 2,285,640 (€28,747) 10% on band over €14,374
Over 2,285,640 (€28,747) 15% on all income over €28,747
Source: Global Property Guide

A foreign national pays only on his income incurred in Serbia. Foreign nationals residing in Serbia are taxed at the following tax rates:

INCOME TAX

TAXABLE INCOME, RSD (€) TAX RATE
Up to 1,904,700 (€23,956) nil
1,904,700 – 3,047,520 (€38,330) 10% on band over €23,956
Over 3,047,520 (€38,330) 15% on all income over €38,330
Source: Global Property Guide

The basic personal allowance for Serbian residents amounts to RSD152,376 or €1,917 (40% of the average annual salary). Each dependant can claim a maximum of RSD57,141 or €719 (155 of the average annual salry). Total allowances must not exceed 50% of the aggregate income of the household.

 

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