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European Capital Gains Tax Rates in 2022: An Overview
Interactive Map Highlights Variations Across the Continent
Navigating the complex landscape of capital gains taxation in Europe can be daunting. To provide clarity, we've created an interactive data map that allows you to explore the varying rates in different countries.
Denmark: Highest Top Capital Gains Tax
Among all countries, Denmark stands out with the highest top capital gains tax rate of 42%, according to the Tax Foundation's 2024 European Capital Gains Tax report. This rate is significantly higher than the average in the European Union, which stands at around 20%.
Corporation Tax Rates and Surcharges
In addition to individual capital gains tax, corporations are also subject to a normal corporation tax rate of 25%. However, a solidarity surcharge of 5.5% may apply, bringing the total effective rate to 26.375%.
Tax Havens in Europe
Europe is home to several tax havens that offer favorable environments for taxation on capital gains income and corporations. These havens typically have lower tax rates or special tax exemptions for foreign investors.
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