Income tax on rent, worked example, in Paraguay

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Non-resident couple´s joint monthly rental income1
Monthly Rental Income2 1,500 6,000 12,000
Annual Rental Income 18,000 72,000 144,000
Less: Expenses3 50% 9,000 36,000 72,000
= Taxable Income 9,000 36,000 72,000
Income Tax4
Flat rate 15% 1,350 5,400 10,800
Annual Income Tax Due 1,350 5,400 10,800
Tax Due as % of Gross Income 7.50% 7.50% 7.50%
Source:
Global Property Guide

Notes


1 The property is jointly owned by husband and wife.

2 Exchange rate used: 1.00 US$ = 5,700.00 PYG

3 Taxable income is calculated as 50% of gross income.

4 Rental income earned by nonresident individuals is taxed at a flat rate of 15%.