Estonia has a favourable tax system for businesses. The corporate tax rate is 20%, which is relatively low compared to other European countries. Corporate income tax is levied when profit is distributed, not when it is earned. In addition, there are no withholding taxes on dividends or interest payments, and no capital gains tax. Corporate income tax is not charged on dividends, which are passed on after being received from a company domiciled in an EEA Member State or Switzerland, if at least 10% of the shares or votes in that company is held by the Estonian company. Businesses can also benefit from various tax deductions and exemptions.
Another feature of Estonia is the relatively low personal income tax residents pay. In Estonia, personal income tax is levied at a rate of just 20%. This applies to all income earned in Estonia, regardless of where it is sourced.