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Hong Kong Salary After Tax Calculator — 2026
Income tax
2–17%
Social
5.0%
Corp tax
17%
Dividends
0%
Currency
HKD
Country
Gross salary (HK$)
Period
2026 rates. Estimates only — not tax advice.
Hong Kong Income Tax — How It Works
In Hong Kong, a HK$600,000 gross annual salary (approximately €72,000) results in approximately HK$524,580 take-home pay after salaries tax and Mandatory Provident Fund contributions in 2026. Hong Kong's salaries tax is among the world's lowest: progressive rates of 2%, 6%, 10%, 14%, and 17% on net assessable income after allowances — subject to a 15% standard rate cap on total income (applied if lower than progressive). The personal allowance is HK$132,000. The MPF (Mandatory Provident Fund) requires a 5% employee contribution, capped at HK$1,500 per month (HK$18,000 per year) — these funds accumulate in your personal retirement account. There is no capital gains tax, no dividend tax, no inheritance tax, and no VAT in Hong Kong. The territorial tax system means only income sourced in Hong Kong is taxable — overseas income is generally exempt.
Example: HK$600,000 gross salary
Income Tax Brackets (Hong Kong, 2026)
Hong Kong Salary Tax — FAQ
How much salaries tax do I pay in Hong Kong on HK$600,000?
After the HK$132,000 personal allowance, net assessable income is HK$468,000. Progressive tax: 2% on HK$50,000 (HK$1,000), 6% on HK$50,000 (HK$3,000), 10% on HK$50,000 (HK$5,000), 14% on HK$50,000 (HK$7,000), 17% on HK$268,000 (HK$45,560) = HK$61,560. This exceeds 15% standard rate (HK$600,000 × 15% = HK$90,000 minus allowance benefit), so the effective rate is checked. Net tax approximately HK$57,420.
What is the MPF in Hong Kong?
The Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) is Hong Kong's compulsory pension savings scheme. Employees contribute 5% of monthly income (minimum HK$1,500, maximum HK$1,500/month). Employers match the contribution. For income below HK$7,100/month, the employer contributes but the employee is exempt. These savings are managed by approved trustees and accessible at retirement (age 65).
Is there capital gains tax or dividend tax in Hong Kong?
No. Hong Kong does not impose capital gains tax, dividend tax, inheritance tax, or estate duty. The territorial tax system also means that overseas income is generally not taxable in Hong Kong. This makes Hong Kong extremely attractive for investors, traders, and entrepreneurs who generate income internationally.
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