Namibia has adopted a Self-Assessment System. Under this system all taxpayers are required to compute their taxable income and file tax returns by the due date on an annual basis.
Income received from selling farm animals and game, leasing land for grazing and agricultural products is taxable. A farmer will also be taxed on the livestock or produce that has been donated or consumed. "Each farmer is required to indicate the number of farm animals at the beginning (01 March) and at the end of the year (28 Feb) in the income tax return"
All individuals (incl. deceased estates and trusts) other than companies.
| TAXABLE INCOME (N$) | RATES OF TAX FROM YEARS OF ASSESSMENT ENDING 2018/19 (N$) |
|---|---|
| 0 - 50 000 | Not taxable |
| 50 001 - 100 000 | 18% for each N$ above 50 000 |
| 100 001 - 300 000 | 9 000 + 25% for each N$ above 100 000 |
| 300 001 - 500 000 | 59 000 + 28% for each N$ above 300 000 |
| 500 001 - 800 000 | 115 000 + 30% for each N$ above 500 000 |
| 800 001 - 1 500 000 | 205 000 + 32% for each N$ above 800 000 |
| Above 1 500 000 | 429 000 + 37% for each N$ above 1 500 000 |
For tax purposes, all income earned from any business activities carried out in Namibia is taxable. This income is regarded as ordinary income for tax purposes. "If you are conducting any business in Namibia, being in a formal or informal set up, know that the income you receive is subject to tax."
| COMPANY TAX RATES | 2018 / 2019 |
|---|---|
| Corporate Tax Rate | 32 % |
| Branch Income Tax | 32 % |
| Diamond Mining Companies | 55 % |
| Mining Companies (other than diamond mining companies) | 37.5% |
| Long term insurance companies (40% of gross investment income taxed at 32%) | 12.8% |
| Petroleum Companies (exploration - ,development - or production operations) | 35% |
Application For Tax Residency Certificate Individuals Application For Tax Residency Certificate Legal Entities
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Income received from selling farm animals and game, leasing land for grazing and agricultural products is taxable. A farmer will also be taxed on the livestock or produce that has been donated or consumed. Each farmer is required to indicate the num
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