I-Passport Index
Africa

Tanzania

Baseline rank
#56 / 116
Baseline score
65.1
Factor scores

How Tanzania performs

Tax

80.4
Very strong

Average taxes. Tanzania sits mid-table on tax, 56th of 123. Expect a typical tax bill: neither a reason to move here nor a reason to stay away. Personal income tax 0% - 30%, corporate tax 10% - 30%, VAT 15% - 18%.

Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)

Safety

58.4
Moderate

Some concerns. Tanzania is less peaceful than most countries in the index (79th of 117). Look closely at the area you would live in.

Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index

Cost of Living

93.5
Very strong

Very affordable. Tanzania is one of the cheapest places to live in the index, 10th of 118. Your money goes a long way here.

Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index

Education

28.0
Weak

Weak education. Tanzania has one of the weakest education systems in the index, 106th of 120. Families will likely need international or private schooling.

Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index

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Tax and citizenship

The detail behind the scores

Taxation

Corporate income tax 10% - 30% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned, nature of business and residency status
Personal income tax 0% - 30% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned
Standard VAT 15% - 18% Applicable rax rate varies depending on the services supplied

Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.

Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway

Residence for naturalization
7 years
Language requirement
Yes
Proficiency in Kiswahili or English language
Investment Immigration Pathway
Tanzania Class A Residence Permit
Official languages
Kiswahili (Swahili) and English
Dual citizenship
Allows with conditions
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