WLN tag: #GlobalMobility

08May2026

Exit Tax in Poland vs Austria – A Practical Comparison

What is exit tax in principle? “Exit tax” (Wegzugsbesteuerung also called “tax on unrealised gains”) is a set of rules designed to tax latent (unrealised) capital gains when a taxpayer (or assets) leaves a jurisdiction in a way that would otherwise deprive that jurisdiction of its future taxing right on a later disposal. In cross-border […]

05May2026

Portugal: Everything you need to know about Non-Habitual Resident (NHR)

Bruno Canals

1. The Original NHR Regime (2009–2023) – Now Closed The original Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime was one of Europe’s most attractive tax programs for expats, retirees, and remote workers. It offered some very generous benefits: – 10-year duration (one-time only, not renewable) – 20% flat tax on Portuguese-sourced income from certain high-value professions – Exemptions […]

16Apr2026

Bulgaria: Residence Permits Overview

I. Long-Term Residence Permit (up to 1 year) – Based on Investment This type of residence permit may be issued to non-EU nationals for a period of up to one year. Permanent residence cannot be acquired under these grounds. 1. Purchase of Real Estate A foreign national may obtain a long-term residence permit for up […]

09Apr2026

Non-Domicile Cyprus: Tax Residency for Individuals and Non-Domiciled Status

Introduction Non-Domicile Cyprus: Tax Residency for Individuals and Non-Domiciled Status The Non-Domiciled framework has substantially strengthened Cyprus’s position as a favourable jurisdiction for international investors, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals seeking tax-efficient relocation. The regime offers significant exemptions from Special Contribution Tax (SCT) on dividends, along with a series of incentives aimed at professionals and shareholders […]