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Croatia & Malta Double Tax Treaty
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Croatia was signed on 21 October 1998 and is currently in force.

Croatia Withholding Taxes
The main features of the Malta-Croatia tax treaty are as follows:
Dividend Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Croatia sets out a maximum Croatian withholding tax of 5% on dividends distributed by a Croatian resident company to a Maltese resident company.
Interest Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Croatia states there is no Croatian withholding tax on interest paid by a Croatian resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the interest income.
Royalty Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Croatia states there is no Croatian withholding tax on royalties paid by a Croatian resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the royalty income.
Other Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Croatia states the definition of permanent establishment (PE) is based on the OECD model, but includes the possibility of a services PE.
When navigating tax matters from Malta to Croatia and from Croatia to Malta, it’s essential to understand how the Double Tax Treaty between the two countries impacts taxation on income, capital gains, and other financial obligations. This treaty ensures that individuals and businesses benefit from reduced tax liabilities and avoid the risk of double taxation. By leveraging this agreement, both residents and companies can optimise their tax position when operating or investing across Malta to Croatia or Croatia to Malta. Please contact us should you require any more information on the Malta-Croatia Double Tax Treaty and the unique tax planning opportunities.
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