Emigrating from Brazil to Curaçao: tax and cost of living

Compared by dimension

On an average Brazil income of €18,000 gross per year, you keep €15,316 net in Curaçao: a difference of €2,114 per year compared with Brazil.

• Tax: on this income Curaçao lands at an effective rate of about 15%, against 27% in Brazil.
• Passport and mobility: from Curaçao you travel visa-free to 185 countries.
• Residency: on our accessibility scale Curaçao scores 80 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
• Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Curaçao a living-environment score of 68 out of 100.

The tax regime in Curaçao

Progressive income tax of 9.75 to 46.5 percent across six brackets, plus employee premiums AOV 6 percent, AWW 0.5 percent, BVZ 4.3 percent and AVBZ 2 percent. AOV and AWW are deductible for income tax, BVZ and AVBZ are not. A basiskorting tax credit of ANG 2,601 reduces tax due. No capital gains or wealth tax.

Residency and visas in Curaçao

For Dutch nationals settling is simple; other nationalities need a residence and work permit. There is an investor permit for wealthy foreigners, and the penshonado regime requires buying property worth at least ANG 450,000. Dutch nationality is possible after around five years of lawful residence.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Brazil and Curaçao?

On an average Brazil income it differs by roughly €2,114 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.

Is this tax advice?

No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.

What sources is this based on?

The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.