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Niger Tax Rates

Niger operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 35%. The Direction Générale des Impôts administers the system, featuring a 30% corporate tax rate and 19% VAT. Niger is a WAEMU member state with an economy largely based on agriculture and uranium mining.

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Top Income Tax Rate

35%

Corporate Tax Rate

30%

VAT / Sales Tax

19%

Capital Gains Tax

20%

Income Tax Brackets

Niger levies progressive income tax on residents' worldwide income. Rates range from 0% on the first CFA 300,000 to 35% on income above CFA 2.4 million. Employment income is subject to withholding.

Income RangeTax Rate
CFA 0 – CFA 300K0%
CFA 300K – CFA 600K1%
CFA 600K – CFA 1.2M7%
CFA 1.2M – CFA 2.4M21%
CFA 2.4M+35%

Corporate Tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 30%. Mining and petroleum companies may be subject to special fiscal regimes. A minimum flat tax of 1% of turnover applies.

Standard Rate

30%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains are generally included in taxable income. Professional capital gains may be subject to a 20% tax.

Rate

20%

VAT / Sales Tax

VAT is levied at 19% on most goods and services. Essential goods and services are exempt. Exports are zero-rated.

Standard Rate

19%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Niger does not have specific cryptocurrency legislation. BCEAO guidelines apply across WAEMU states.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not specifically regulated

Tax Treaties

Niger has approximately 5 double taxation agreements.

Treaty Network

5

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

FranceBelgiumCanadaTunisia

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 Niger.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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Annual Savings

+$19K

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$5K

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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.

Niger Tax FAQ

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