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Iceland & Malta Double Tax Treaty
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Iceland entered into force on 19 April 2006.

Iceland Withholding Taxes
The main features of the Malta Iceland tax treaty are as follows:
Dividend Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Iceland sets out a maximum Icelandic withholding tax of 5% on dividends distributed by a Icelandic resident company to a Maltese resident company where the Maltese resident company holds at least 10% of the share capital of the Icelandic resident company. In all other circumstances, the maximum Icelandic withholding tax is 15%.
Interest Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Iceland states that there is no Icelandic withholding on interest paid by an Icelandic resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the interest income.
Royalty Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Iceland sets out a maximum Icelandic withholding tax of 5% on royalties paid by a Icelandic resident to a Maltese resident beneficial owner of the royalty income.
Other Income
The Double Tax Treaty Malta Iceland states that subject to the limits of the Maltese and Icelandic jurisdiction, income earned by a Maltese resident company from the operation of ships, aircraft or road vehicles in international traffic is only taxable in Malta.
When navigating tax matters from Malta to Iceland and from Iceland 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 Iceland or Iceland to Malta. Please contact us should you require any more information on the Malta-Iceland Double Tax Treaty and the unique tax planning opportunities.
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