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Austria & Malta Double Tax Treaty
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Austria was originally signed in Bonn on 29 May 1978 and is currently in force.

Austria Withholding Taxes
The main features of the Malta-Austria tax treaty are as follows:
Dividend Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta-Austria sets out a maximum Austrian withholding tax of 15% on dividends distributed by an Austrian resident company to a Maltese resident company.
Interest Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Austria sets out a maximum Austrian withholding tax of 5% on interest paid by an Austrian resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the interest income.
Royalty Income
While certain royalty payments are not subject to any Austrian withholding tax the Double Tax Treaty Malta Austria sets out a maximum Austrian withholding tax of 10% on royalties paid by an Austrian resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the royalty income.
Other Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Austria outlines receipts of pensions and other remuneration from Austrian sources to a Maltese resident individual may only be taxed in Malta. However, such a rule may not apply when such pension or remuneration is paid by the Austrian state or a political subdivision or authority thereof.
When navigating tax matters from Malta to Austria and from Austria 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 Austria or Austria to Malta. Please contact us should you require any more information on the Malta-Austria Double Tax Treaty and the unique tax planning opportunities.
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