Freedom Score
Portugal to South Africa: tax & freedom compared
How does South Africa score against Portugal? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.
Net per month€1,472
Per year vs. Portugal+€970
Low CGT ~18% · Free property for foreigners · Top 45% worldwide income
Tax
73/100
Residency
78/100
Cost of living
76/100
Living environment
53/100
Mobility
96/100
Ownership
82/100
Compared by dimension
On an average Portugal income of €21,600 gross per year, you keep €17,663 net in South Africa: a difference of €970 per year compared with Portugal.
- Tax: on this income South Africa lands at an effective rate of about 18%, against 23% in Portugal.
- Passport and mobility: from South Africa you travel visa-free to 105 countries.
- Residency: on our accessibility scale South Africa scores 78 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
- Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give South Africa a living-environment score of 53 out of 100.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the financial difference between Portugal and South Africa?
- On an average Portugal income it differs by roughly €970 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