Freedom Score

New Zealand to Papua New Guinea: tax & freedom compared

How does Papua New Guinea score against New Zealand? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€2,708
Per year vs. New Zealand-€9,471

Pacific resource nation · No capital gains tax · Pristine nature

Tax

24/100

Residency

42/100

Cost of living

88/100

Living environment

34/100

Mobility

97/100

Ownership

20/100

Compared by dimension

On an average New Zealand income of €56,400 gross per year, you keep €32,495 net in Papua New Guinea: a difference of €9,471 per year compared with New Zealand.

  • Tax: on this income Papua New Guinea lands at an effective rate of about 42%, against 26% in New Zealand.
  • Passport and mobility: from Papua New Guinea you travel visa-free to 45 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Papua New Guinea scores 42 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Papua New Guinea a living-environment score of 34 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea?
On an average New Zealand income it differs by roughly €9,471 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