Afghanistan
How Afghanistan performs
Tax
Light taxes. Afghanistan has one of the lightest tax burdens in the index, 14th of 123. You keep more of what you earn here than in most countries we cover. Personal income tax 0-20%, corporate tax 20%, VAT 10%.
Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)
Safety
Serious concerns. Afghanistan is one of the least peaceful countries in the index, 114th of 117. Check current travel advice before planning a move.
Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index
Cost of Living
Very affordable. Afghanistan is one of the cheapest places to live in the index, 4th of 118. Your money goes a long way here.
Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Education
Weak education. Afghanistan has one of the weakest education systems in the index, 120th of 120. Families will likely need international or private schooling.
Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index
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The detail behind the scores
Taxation
| Corporate income tax | 20% |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 0-20% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned in the form of withholding tax |
| Standard VAT | 10% |
Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.
Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway
- Residence for naturalization
- 5 years
- Language requirement
- No
- Investment Immigration Pathway
- Not applicable
- Official languages
- Dari and Pashto
- Dual citizenship
- Allows with conditions
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