Global Tax Comparison
Pick two countries. See the tax picture side by side. Income, gains, corporate, inheritance, residence rules, and the gotchas that matter when you move.
Headline rates for individuals as of 2026. Not tax advice.
Statutory Residence Test: day count (183 automatic, 16-182 depends on ties) plus 4 UK ties
Tax residency certificate: 183 days presence, or permanent place of residence + centre of financial/personal interests. Visa alone is not sufficient.
No formal exit tax. Temporary Non-Residence rules: CGT on assets sold within 5 years of departure can be clawed back on return. Split-year treatment available in year of departure.
N/A (no income tax to exit from)
The SRT ties test can keep you UK-resident even below 183 days if you retain a home, family, or work ties. Selling or renting out your UK property before departure is often essential.
Zero income tax is real, but the corporate tax since 2023 catches business income above AED 375k. And a UAE visa does not make you tax-resident in the UAE. You must satisfy their residence test independently.
Rates are the starting point, not the answer
How tax works when you move depends on departure rules, treaty networks, and the timing of your transition. Our qualification review maps the real position for your situation.
This tool shows headline tax rates and rules as of 2026 for general comparison. It does not constitute tax advice. Tax outcomes depend on your specific circumstances, domicile, treaty entitlements, and the timing of your move. Always take qualified professional advice before acting on any information presented here.