Kuwait has no personal income tax for anyone—expats and citizens keep 100% of salary. Kuwaiti nationals only contribute to PIFSS (Public Institution for Social Security, sometimes written KPSS): according to secondary sources, 8% of monthly salary up to KWD 2,750 plus an additional 2.5% up to KWD 1,500, with employers adding a reported 11.5%. Expats pay nothing to PIFSS. 2.5% Zakat applies to publicly listed Kuwaiti shareholding companies—not individuals directly. No VAT—Kuwait has delayed GCC VAT implementation indefinitely. 15% corporate tax applies only to foreign corporate entities. No capital gains or inheritance tax. Kuwait's KD is the world's highest-valued currency. End-of-service gratuity for expats: 15-30 days salary per year worked. Use our calculator to compare Kuwait with taxable countries.
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