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Cyprus
Corporate Tax: 15%
Cyprus offers an established EU corporate framework for international business. Its standard corporate income tax rate is 15% from 2026.
Estonia
0% on retained profits
Corporate profits are generally taxed when distributed. The standard tax on distributed profits is 22/78 of the net distribution.
Ireland
12.5% on trading income
Ireland offers an established EU business environment. The 12.5% rate generally applies to qualifying trading income; other rates and minimum tax rules may apply.
Malta
35% standard corporate tax
Malta operates a corporate tax refund system for qualifying shareholders. The effective tax result depends on individual circumstances.
Other Attractive Jurisdictions
Bulgaria10% corporate tax
Hungary9% corporate tax
PortugalEU business location
Netherlands19% / 25.8% corporate tax
Lithuania17% standard corporate tax
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