Freedom Score

Hong Kong SAR China to China: tax & freedom compared

How does China score against Hong Kong SAR China? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€3,808
Per year vs. Hong Kong SAR China-€5,938

Top 45% worldwide income · No inheritance/wealth tax · Capital controls

Tax

74/100

Residency

48/100

Cost of living

100/100

Living environment

55/100

Mobility

89/100

Ownership

45/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Hong Kong SAR China income of €58,800 gross per year, you keep €45,690 net in China: a difference of €5,938 per year compared with Hong Kong SAR China.

  • Tax: on this income China lands at an effective rate of about 22%, against 12% in Hong Kong SAR China.
  • Passport and mobility: from China you travel visa-free to 85 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale China scores 48 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give China a living-environment score of 55 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Hong Kong SAR China and China?
On an average Hong Kong SAR China income it differs by roughly €5,938 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.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat