HeavenMiddle East
Saudi Arabia
0%effective individual rate
No personal income tax including on crypto gains. Corporate tax only applies to foreign entities. Saudi is developing a comprehensive digital assets regulatory framework.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Not allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax0%
Income Tax on Crypto0%
Corporate Tax20%
VAT on Crypto15%
Activity Taxes
Staking
0%
Mining
0%
DeFi
0%
NFTs
0%
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Not taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Not taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
All gains tax-free for individuals
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
SAMA; CMA
Residency Requirement
Premium Residency program; various work visas
Reporting Requirements
Minimal for individuals
Citizenship & Residency Path
Premium Residency ($213K); citizenship extremely rare
Notable Conditions
- →Zero personal income tax
- →Premium Residency program ($213K)
- →Growing tech sector (NEOM)
- →Crypto regulation in development
- →15% VAT on goods/services
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Moderate-High
Banking Access
Good
Quality of Life
High
Lifestyle Scores
Safety8/10
Healthcare7/10
Institutions6/10
Business Ease7/10
Int'l Schooling8/10
Privacy6/10