Umzug nach Curaçao: Steuern, Aufenthalt und Leben
So werden Sie in Curaçao steuerlich ansässig: Einkommens-, Dividenden- und Gewinnsteuer, 4 Aufenthaltsprogramme, Anforderungen an die Steueransässigkeit und Klima. Grundlagen verstehen und Aufenthaltswege vergleichen.
Taxes
In Curaçao the top income tax rate is 46.5%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 22% corporate tax. Newcomers may use a special regime (10%): PIT 9.75–46.5%; penshonado 10% flat on foreign income (50+, home purchase).
How to move and become tax resident
You can become tax resident in Curaçao from arrival once you take up residence (Facts & circumstances (home, family, ties) → resident from arrival). The typical route is Investor Permit (property/business): Cg 500k (~US$280k) → 3-yr permit; Cg 750k → 5-yr; Cg 1.5m (~US$838k) → indefinite; health insurance, sufficient means There are 4 open residence programmes in Curaçao — see the list below.
Living there
Willemstad has a hot semi-arid climate with winter highs around 29.5 °C and summer highs around 32.5 °C.
Key facts
| Höchste Einkommenssteuer | 46.5% |
|---|---|
| Dividendensteuer | — |
| Gewinnsteuer | 22% |
| Sonderregime für Zuzüger | 10% — PIT 9.75–46.5%; penshonado 10% flat on foreign income (50+, home purchase). |
| Steuerliche Ansässigkeit | ab Zuzug — Facts & circumstances (home, family, ties) → resident from arrival |
| Typischer Aufenthaltsweg | Investor Permit (property/business) — Cg 500k (~US$280k) → 3-yr permit; Cg 750k → 5-yr; Cg 1.5m (~US$838k) → indefinite; health insurance, sufficient means |
| Klimatyp | hot semi-arid · 29.5° / 32.5° (Willemstad) |
Aufenthaltsprogramme in Curaçao
Aktive Programme
- Investor Permit (3- or 5-year) — Investition CHF 223'500 · 2026-10
- Investor Permit (indefinite) — Investition CHF 670'500 · 2026-10
- Work Permit (employment-based residence) — employment · 2026-10
- Admission of Dutch nationals — freeMovement · 2026-10
Passende Ratgeber (Englisch)
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in Curaçao to become tax resident?
ab Zuzug. Facts & circumstances (home, family, ties) → resident from arrival New-resident regimes (pensioners, investors)
How much tax will I pay in Curaçao?
In Curaçao the top income tax rate is 46.5%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 22% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does Curaçao offer?
Investor Permit (3- or 5-year) (CHF 223'500); Investor Permit (indefinite) (CHF 670'500); Work Permit (employment-based residence); Admission of Dutch nationals
What is the usual way to move to Curaçao?
Investor Permit (property/business). Cg 500k (~US$280k) → 3-yr permit; Cg 750k → 5-yr; Cg 1.5m (~US$838k) → indefinite; health insurance, sufficient means
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