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Guinea-Bissau Tax Rates

Guinea-Bissau operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 20%. The Direction Générale des Contributions et Impôts administers the system, featuring a 25% corporate tax rate and 15% VAT. Guinea-Bissau is a WAEMU member state with an economy heavily dependent on cashew nut exports.

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Top Income Tax Rate

20%

Corporate Tax Rate

25%

VAT / Sales Tax

15%

Capital Gains Tax

10%

Income Tax Brackets

Guinea-Bissau levies progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 20%. Employment income is subject to withholding.

Income RangeTax Rate
CFA 0 – CFA 500K0%
CFA 500K – CFA 2.0M10%
CFA 2.0M+20%

Corporate Tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 25%. A minimum flat tax applies. Companies in free zones may benefit from tax incentives.

Standard Rate

25%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains are generally included in taxable income. A 10% rate may apply to property disposals.

Rate

10%

VAT / Sales Tax

VAT is levied at 15% on most goods and services. Essential goods and exports are exempt or zero-rated.

Standard Rate

15%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Guinea-Bissau does not have specific cryptocurrency legislation. BCEAO guidelines apply.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not specifically regulated

Tax Treaties

Guinea-Bissau has limited double taxation agreements.

Treaty Network

2

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

Portugal

Key Details

Tax AuthorityDirection Générale des Contributions et Impôts (DGCI)
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemProgressive
CurrencyWest African CFA Franc (CFA)
Filing DeadlineMarch 31 of the following year
Residency RuleAn individual is resident if they have their habitual abode in Guinea-Bissau.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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Annual Savings

+$16K

Tax in United States

$24K

24.4% effective

Tax in Guinea-Bissau

$8K

8% effective

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67.2%

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.

Guinea-Bissau Tax FAQ

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