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Malta vs Cyprus vs Bulgaria
3-way tax comparison for 2026
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Malta
Europe
Low RateSpecial Regime
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Cyprus
Europe
Low Rate
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Bulgaria
Europe
Low Rate
Malta scores
Personal Tax Score82
Business Tax Score88
Cyprus scores
Personal Tax Score80
Business Tax Score85
Bulgaria scores
Personal Tax Score85
Business Tax Score88
| Category | Malta | Cyprus | Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Personal Tax Rate | 35% | 35% | 10% |
| Corporate Tax Rate | 35% | 15% | 10% |
| Capital Gains Tax | 0% | 20% | 10% |
| Foreign Income | Worldwide | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Residency Days | 183 | 183 | 183 |
| Wealth Tax | |||
| Inheritance Tax | |||
| VAT/GST | 18% | 19% | 20% |
| Withholding (Dividends) | 0% | 0% | 5% |
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