Freedom Score

Hong Kong SAR China to Samoa: tax & freedom compared

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

Net per month€3,368
Per year vs. Hong Kong SAR China-€11,210

Pacific island state · Progressive up to 27% · Strong passport

Tax

44/100

Residency

54/100

Cost of living

100/100

Living environment

34/100

Mobility

89/100

Ownership

30/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Hong Kong SAR China income of €58,800 gross per year, you keep €40,419 net in Samoa: a difference of €11,210 per year compared with Hong Kong SAR China.

  • Tax: on this income Samoa lands at an effective rate of about 31%, against 12% in Hong Kong SAR China.
  • Passport and mobility: from Samoa you travel visa-free to 130 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Samoa scores 54 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Samoa a living-environment score of 34 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Hong Kong SAR China and Samoa?
On an average Hong Kong SAR China income it differs by roughly €11,210 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