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45 Countries · Updated 2026

Countries with Zero Capital Gains Tax

Looking to grow your wealth without losing a chunk to capital gains tax? These countries charge 0% on investment profits — from stocks and crypto to property sales. Whether you're a digital nomad building a portfolio or a retiree managing investments, zero-CGT countries let you keep more of what you earn.

Disclaimer: Tax rates, investment rules, and visa programs change frequently. The data below is for informational purposes only — always verify with official sources and consult qualified professionals. Read full disclaimer

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Countries

45

Zero CGT

1

Golden Visa

32

Foreigner property OK

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🇲🇽

Mexico

Vibrant culture, ultra-low cost of living, US time zones, and the hottest digital nomad scene in the Americas

CGT: 10% Foreigners OK
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🇵🇦

Panama

The #1 expat destination on Earth — USD currency, the world's best retirement visa, and a hub between two oceans

CGT: 0% Foreigners OK
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Georgia

1-year visa-free for 100+ nationalities, 1% flat tax, ultra-low costs, and the Caucasus mountains at your door

CGT: 0% (listed securities) Foreigners OK
4
🇷🇴

Romania

EU membership, 10% flat income tax, and a 1% micro-enterprise revenue tax — Transylvania, the Carpathians, and a thriving tech scene from €1,000/month

CGT: 10% Foreigners OK
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🇨🇾

Cyprus

EU island with 17-year non-dom tax haven and 340 sunny days

CGT: 20% Foreigners OK
6
🇲🇹

Malta

English-speaking EU island at the heart of the Mediterranean — non-dom tax haven, full Schengen access, WHO top-5 healthcare

CGT: 0% after 1yr hold Foreigners OK
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Estonia

Europe's most digital nation — e-Residency, a flat 22% tax, and a world-class nomad visa

CGT: 20% on distribution Foreigners OK
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🇱🇻

Latvia

Art Nouveau capital, Baltic affordability, and a pioneering digital nomad visa with a 15% flat tax

CGT: 20% Foreigners OK
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Sweden

Scandinavia's innovation capital — world-leading English skills, a legendary tech ecosystem, and the gold standard of work-life balance

CGT: 30% Foreigners OK
10
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Qatar

Zero income tax, world-class infrastructure, and a post-World Cup boom that is reshaping the Gulf

CGT: 0% Foreigners OK
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🇵🇪

Peru

World-class gastronomy, ancient Inca heritage, Machu Picchu, and a surprisingly affordable lifestyle from the Pacific coast to the Andes

CGT: 5–30% Foreigners OK
12
🇧🇪

Belgium

The heart of Europe — EU capital, trilingual culture, generous expat tax regime, and a gateway to France, Germany, and the Netherlands

CGT: 0% (individuals) Foreigners OK
13
🇴🇲

Oman

Zero income tax, stunning wadis and coastline, and a more authentic Arabian experience at a fraction of the UAE price

CGT: 0% Foreigners OK
14
🇧🇭

Bahrain

Zero income tax, the Gulf's most liberal culture, and a FinTech-powered economy on an island kingdom

CGT: 0% Foreigners OK
15
🇸🇦

Saudi Arabia

Zero income tax, Vision 2030 mega-projects, and the Gulf's fastest-transforming economy

CGT: 0% Restricted
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🇵🇾

Paraguay

South America's hidden gem — 0% tax on foreign income, one of the world's easiest permanent residency programs, rock-bottom living costs, and a warm subtropical climate year-round

CGT: 10% Foreigners OK
17
🇰🇼

Kuwait

Tax-free Gulf living with world-class salaries — 3.4 million expats, zero income tax, and generous employment packages in one of the richest countries per capita on Earth

CGT: 0% Restricted
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Belize

Central America's only English-speaking nation — territorial tax system, Qualified Retirement Program from age 40, Caribbean coastline, and a cost of living 50% below the US

CGT: 0% Foreigners OK
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🇹🇳

Tunisia

North Africa's most affordable Mediterranean gem — French-speaking, rich history, stunning coastline, and a full expat lifestyle from $800/month

CGT: 10% Foreigners OK
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United States

The world's largest economy — endless opportunity, cultural diversity, and global career mobility

CGT: 0–20% Foreigners OK

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