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Turkey Tax Comparison Hub for Expats 2026
Side-by-side tax breakdowns for Turkey vs 10 countries — income tax rates, VAT, social security, double-tax treaties and the proposed 20-year foreign income exemption.
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Turkey vs 10 countries
Pick the country you are relocating from (or comparing) to see a detailed tax breakdown, double-tax treaty status, and who the comparison is most relevant for.
Tax Comparison
Germany
Germany has one of Europe's highest combined tax and social-security burdens.
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United Kingdom
The UK's income tax bands reach 45 % at the top, and National Insurance adds meaningful cost for employees and the self-employed.
DTT in force
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United States
The USA is one of only two countries in the world (along with Eritrea) that taxes citizens on worldwide income regardless of where they live.
DTT in force
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United Arab Emirates
The UAE has no personal income tax — a powerful draw for high earners.
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Russia
Russia and Turkey have a double-tax treaty, but geopolitical developments have affected practical cross-border financial flows.
DTT in force
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Netherlands
The Netherlands' Box 3 wealth tax on savings and investments is one of the most discussed in Europe.
DTT in force
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France
France has some of Europe's highest combined income tax and social charges.
DTT in force
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Ukraine
Hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian nationals are in Turkey since 2022.
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Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has no personal income tax for individuals, though a 15 % VAT (increased from 5 % in 2020) and social security contributions for Saudi nationals apply.
DTT in force
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Pakistan
Pakistan and Turkey have a double-tax treaty in force.
DTT in force
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