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Mali Tax Rates

Mali operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 40%. The Direction Générale des Impôts administers the system, which includes a 30% corporate tax rate and 18% VAT. Mali is a WAEMU member state and one of the world's largest gold producers, with mining playing a significant role in the economy.

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Top Income Tax Rate

40%

Corporate Tax Rate

30%

VAT / Sales Tax

18%

Capital Gains Tax

25%

Income Tax Brackets

Mali levies progressive income tax on residents' worldwide income. Rates range from 0% on the first CFA 330,000 to 40% on income above CFA 1.83 million. Employment income is taxed through withholding.

Income RangeTax Rate
CFA 0 – CFA 330K0%
CFA 330K – CFA 580K5%
CFA 580K – CFA 1.1M13%
CFA 1.1M – CFA 1.8M30%
CFA 1.8M+40%

Corporate Tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 30%. Mining companies are subject to a 25% rate under the Mining Code. A minimum tax of 1% of turnover applies. Agricultural companies may benefit from tax incentives.

Standard Rate

30%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains are generally included in taxable income and subject to the applicable tax rate. Property transfers are subject to registration duties. A 25% rate applies to certain capital gains.

Rate

25%

VAT / Sales Tax

VAT is levied at 18% on most goods and services. Essential goods, healthcare, and education are exempt. Exports are zero-rated.

Standard Rate

18%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Mali does not have specific cryptocurrency legislation. The BCEAO has warned against cryptocurrency use in WAEMU member states.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not specifically regulated

Tax Treaties

Mali has approximately 7 double taxation agreements in force.

Treaty Network

7

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

FranceAlgeriaMoroccoTunisiaRussia

Key Details

Tax AuthorityDirection Générale des Impôts (DGI)
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 Mali or are present for more than 183 days in a year.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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Annual Savings

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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.

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