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Eritrea Tax Rates

Eritrea operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 30%. The Inland Revenue Department administers the system, featuring a 30% corporate tax rate and 4% sales tax. Eritrea's economy is driven by mining, agriculture, and remittances. The country also imposes a 2% diaspora tax on citizens living abroad.

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Top Income Tax Rate

30%

Corporate Tax Rate

30%

VAT / Sales Tax

4%

Capital Gains Tax

30%

Income Tax Brackets

Eritrea levies progressive income tax with rates from 2% to 30%. Employment income is taxed at source. Eritrean nationals living abroad are subject to a 2% rehabilitation and recovery tax on worldwide income.

Income RangeTax Rate
Nfk 0 – Nfk 3K2%
Nfk 3K – Nfk 6K6%
Nfk 6K – Nfk 12K12%
Nfk 12K – Nfk 24K18%
Nfk 24K – Nfk 48K22%
Nfk 48K+30%

Corporate Tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 30%. Mining companies are subject to additional royalties and taxes. Small businesses pay a presumptive tax based on turnover.

Standard Rate

30%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains are included in taxable income and taxed at the applicable rate.

Rate

30%

VAT / Sales Tax

Eritrea levies a sales tax of 4% on goods and 10% on services. There is no formal VAT system.

Standard Rate

4%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Eritrea does not have cryptocurrency legislation. Internet access is limited, making crypto usage minimal.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not regulated

Tax Treaties

Eritrea has very limited treaty coverage.

Treaty Network

1

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

Germany

Key Details

Tax AuthorityInland Revenue Department
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemProgressive
CurrencyEritrean Nakfa (Nfk)
Filing DeadlineFebruary 28 of the following year
Residency RuleAn individual is resident if they have their habitual abode in Eritrea.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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Annual Savings

+$363

Tax in United States

$24K

24.4% effective

Tax in Eritrea

$24K

24.0% effective

You Save

1.5%

less tax annually

US Citizens: Important Note

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income regardless of residence. You'll still need to file US taxes, though the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Foreign Tax Credit may reduce your liability.

Eritrea Tax FAQ

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