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North Macedonia Tax Rates

North Macedonia operates a flat 10% income tax and 10% corporate tax system, mirroring Bulgaria's approach as one of Europe's most competitive tax jurisdictions. The country features an 18% standard VAT, EU candidate status, and special economic zones with generous tax incentives. Low labor costs and the flat tax regime make it attractive for outsourcing and manufacturing.

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Top Income Tax Rate

10%

Corporate Tax Rate

10%

VAT / Sales Tax

18%

Capital Gains Tax

10%

Income Tax Brackets

North Macedonia applies a flat 10% income tax on all personal income. A personal allowance applies, and additional deductions are available for dependents. The flat rate applies to employment, self-employment, capital, and other income.

Income RangeTax Rate
ден 0+10%

Corporate Tax

North Macedonia levies a flat 10% corporate income tax. The tax is effectively a tax on distributed profits and non-business expenses rather than a traditional profit tax. Small businesses can use a simplified 1% revenue-based regime.

Standard Rate

10%

Small Business Rate

1%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains are taxed at the flat 10% rate. Gains from the sale of a primary residence after 3 years of ownership are exempt.

Rate

10%

VAT / Sales Tax

North Macedonia applies a standard VAT (DDV) rate of 18% with a reduced rate of 5%.

Standard Rate

18%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Cryptocurrency gains are taxed at the flat 10% rate under general income tax rules. North Macedonia has limited specific crypto regulation.

Crypto is taxedTreatment: Capital gains / income

Tax Treaties

North Macedonia has approximately 48 double taxation treaties. The country is expanding its treaty network as part of EU accession preparations.

Treaty Network

48

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

GermanyTurkeyNetherlandsAustriaItalySwitzerlandSerbiaCroatiaBulgariaRomania

Key Details

Tax AuthorityPublic Revenue Office (Управа за јавни приходи)
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemFlat
CurrencyMacedonian Denar (den)
Filing DeadlineMarch 15 of the following year
Residency RuleAn individual is a tax resident if they have a permanent home in North Macedonia or are present for more than 183 days in a calendar year. Residents are taxed on worldwide income.
Last Updated2026-01-28

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Annual Savings

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10% effective

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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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