Dividend Withholding Tax Guide by Country
When you receive dividends from foreign companies, the source country withholds a percentage before paying you. If your country has a tax treaty, you can reclaim the excess. Choose a source country below to see how much you can get back.
Highest Withholding Rates — Biggest Reclaim Opportunities
These countries withhold 25%+ on dividends. Treaty investors can typically reclaim a significant portion.
Moderate Withholding Rates
These countries have lower rates — reclaim potential depends on your specific treaty.
How Dividend Withholding Tax Reclaims Work
When a foreign company pays you a dividend, the country where the company is based automatically deducts a withholding tax — often 15–35% — before paying you.
If your country has a Double Taxation Treaty (DTT) with the source country, you're only meant to pay the lower treaty rate — typically 10–15%. The excess is reclaimable.
Submit the appropriate form (with proof of residence and dividend certificates) to the source country's tax authority. Processing takes 3–12 months.
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