Moving to St Vincent & Grenadines: taxes, residence and life
How to become tax resident in St Vincent & Grenadines: personal, dividend and corporate tax, 0 residence programmes, days needed, climate, safety and economy — compared with 194 countries.
Taxes
In St Vincent & Grenadines the top income tax rate is 28%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 28% corporate tax.
How to move and become tax resident
To become tax resident in St Vincent & Grenadines you need at least 183 days a year (More than 183 days in year). The typical route is Residence permit (self-sufficient / property owner): No CBI or investor programme; residence permit on means, property or local business; Alien Landholding Licence for property
Living there
Kingstown has a tropical rainforest climate with winter highs around 28.5 °C and summer highs around 31 °C. The economy grew +4% in 2025; the IMF forecasts 3.5% for 2026. Its passport opens about 137 countries without a visa in advance. Security: No conflict exposure.
Key facts
| Top income tax | 28% |
|---|---|
| Dividend tax | — |
| Corporate tax | 28% |
| 稅務居所 | 183 天后 — More than 183 days in year |
| 您的路徑 | Residence permit (self-sufficient / property owner) — No CBI or investor programme; residence permit on means, property or local business; Alien Landholding Licence for property |
| 護照 | 可免籤或落地籤前往 137 個國家 |
| Economic growth | +4% (2025), forecast 3.5% (2026) |
| 氣候型別 | tropical rainforest · 28.5° / 31° (Kingstown) |
| 戰爭與衝突 | none — No conflict exposure |
| 所有自然災害 | 6.2/10 |
| 銀行穩健度 | 4/10 · NR |
| 財產保護 | 5.5/10 |
| 冬季住宅溫暖度 | 8.5/10 |
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in St Vincent & Grenadines to become tax resident?
183 天后. More than 183 days in year Residents taxed; worldwide basis uncertain
How much tax will I pay in St Vincent & Grenadines?
In St Vincent & Grenadines the top income tax rate is 28%, dividends are taxed at up to — and companies pay 28% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does St Vincent & Grenadines offer?
No open residence programme is listed — usually work, family or study routes.
What is the usual way to move to St Vincent & Grenadines?
Residence permit (self-sufficient / property owner). No CBI or investor programme; residence permit on means, property or local business; Alien Landholding Licence for property
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