Freedom Score
Emigrating from Switzerland to Nauru: tax and cost of living
How does Nauru score against Switzerland? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.
Smallest island republic · No income tax · Remote
Tax
100/100
Residency
80/100
Cost of living
100/100
Living environment
35/100
Mobility
96/100
Ownership
45/100
Compared by dimension
On an average Switzerland income of €86,400 gross per year, you keep €86,400 net in Nauru: a difference of €15,681 per year compared with Switzerland.
- Tax: on this income Nauru lands at an effective rate of about 0%, against 18% in Switzerland.
- Passport and mobility: from Nauru you travel visa-free to 65 countries.
- Residency: on our accessibility scale Nauru scores 80 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
- Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Nauru a living-environment score of 35 out of 100.
The tax regime in Nauru
No personal income tax, effectively 0% for the employee; but an employer levy of 10% on wages and services. No general corporate tax.
Residency and visas in Nauru
Residence and work are formally accessible, but the extreme remoteness and small economy make settling impractical for most.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the financial difference between Switzerland and Nauru?
- On an average Switzerland income it differs by roughly €15,681 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.
Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.