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Sudan Tax Rates

Sudan operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 15%. The Taxation Chamber administers the tax system, which includes a 35% corporate tax rate, VAT, and business profit tax. Sudan's economy has faced challenges including separation from South Sudan and international sanctions, impacting tax administration and collection.

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Top Income Tax Rate

15%

Corporate Tax Rate

35%

VAT / Sales Tax

17%

Capital Gains Tax

10%

Income Tax Brackets

Sudan levies progressive personal income tax with rates from 5% to 15%. Employment income is subject to withholding. The tax system has undergone reforms following economic changes. Non-residents are taxed on Sudanese-sourced income.

Income RangeTax Rate
SDG 0 – SDG 50K5%
SDG 50K+15%

Corporate Tax

Companies are taxed at 35% on profits. Agricultural and industrial companies may benefit from reduced rates or tax holidays. Companies in free zones may enjoy exemptions. The business profit tax applies to most business activities.

Standard Rate

35%

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains on property disposals are taxed at 10%. Business capital gains are included in taxable business income.

Rate

10%

VAT / Sales Tax

VAT is levied at 17% on most goods and services. Basic food items, healthcare, education, and agricultural inputs are exempt or zero-rated. Exports are zero-rated.

Standard Rate

17%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Sudan does not have specific cryptocurrency tax legislation. The Central Bank of Sudan has not authorized cryptocurrency transactions.

No crypto taxTreatment: Not regulated

Tax Treaties

Sudan has approximately 8 double taxation agreements in force.

Treaty Network

8

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

United KingdomTurkeyMalaysiaIndiaJordanEgypt

Key Details

Tax AuthorityTaxation Chamber
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemProgressive
CurrencySudanese Pound (SDG)
Filing DeadlineMarch 31 of the following year
Residency RuleAn individual is resident if present in Sudan for more than 183 days in a calendar year.
Last Updated2026-01-28

Relocate to Sudan

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Annual Savings

+$6K

Tax in United States

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24.4% effective

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$18K

18% 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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