How can foreign investors recover Finland’s dividend WHT?

Finland generally charges dividend withholding tax (WHT) at 30% for non-resident individuals and 20% for non-resident corporate entities. A 35% rate applies to dividends on nominee-registered shares in listed companies when the payer or authorised intermediary lacks the required recipient information. Foreign investors can recover deductions above their established liability through a refund application to […]
What Do Foreign Investors Need to Know About Recovering Dividend Withholding Tax in Finland?

Finland generally charges dividend withholding tax (WHT) at 30% for non-resident individuals and 20% for non-resident corporate entities. A 35% rate applies to dividends on nominee-registered shares in Finnish listed companies when the required beneficiary information is unavailable. The Finnish Tax Administration, known as Vero, refunds excess WHT where treaty entitlement, domestic exemptions or applicable […]
What documents does Skatteetaten require to reclaim Norwegian dividend WHT?

Norway generally deducts 25% withholding tax (WHT) from dividends paid to foreign shareholders. To reclaim excess deductions, submit a refund application to Skatteetaten, the Norwegian Tax Administration, under an applicable tax treaty or exemption. The supporting file must establish entitlement, identify the dividend recipient and substantiate the deduction. Residence evidence, bank-issued dividend receipts and custody […]
Should Investors Use Norway WHT Pre-Approval or a Refund Claim to Obtain Treaty Relief?

Norway normally deducts 25% dividend withholding tax (WHT), but eligible foreign investors can obtain a lower treaty rate. The Norwegian Tax Administration, Skatteetaten, administers corporate pre-approval for reduced deductions and refund claims for excess WHT already deducted. Norway WHT pre-approval supports relief on future dividends; a refund claim addresses past payments after the payer’s correction […]
How can foreign corporate investors recover dividend WHT under the Norwegian exemption method?

Norway normally deducts 25% dividend withholding tax (WHT), but qualifying corporate investors in the European Economic Area (EEA) can obtain a full exemption. The Norwegian Tax Administration, Skatteetaten, administers refund claims under section 2-38 of the Norwegian Taxation Act. Investors who satisfy the exemption method’s conditions can recover WHT through an application supported by corporate, […]
What Japan Tax Treaty Rates Can Foreign Investors Use to Recover Dividend WHT?

Japan generally deducts 15.315% withholding tax (WHT) from listed-share dividends paid to non-resident portfolio investors, while a 20.42% rate can apply to unlisted shares and certain substantial holdings. Japan’s tax treaties may reduce the liability to 15%, 10%, 5% or 0%, depending on the investor’s country, legal form and ownership level. Investors obtain relief through […]
How Do Foreign Investors Recover Dividend WHT in Japan?

Foreign portfolio investors generally face Japanese dividend withholding tax (WHT) of 15.315% on listed shares, while a 20.42% rate can apply to unlisted shares and certain substantial holdings. The National Tax Agency (NTA) administers the tax, but an applicable treaty may reduce the liability, commonly to 10% or 15%. Investors can obtain relief before payment […]
Should Foreign Investors Use Japan Relief at Source for WHT or File a Reclaim?

Foreign investors should use Japan relief at source for withholding tax (WHT) when treaty eligibility can be verified before the dividend payment. Japan generally deducts 15.315% from listed share dividends received by non-resident portfolio investors and 20.42% from other dividends. An applicable tax treaty may reduce that liability, with the Japanese National Tax Agency (NTA) […]
What Do Foreign Investors Need to Know About Dividend WHT in Japan?

Foreign investors receiving dividends from Japan generally face withholding tax (WHT) of 15.315% on listed portfolio dividends, while a 20.42% rate can apply to unlisted dividends and listed-share dividends outside the portfolio regime. The National Tax Agency (NTA) administers Japanese dividend WHT, and an applicable tax treaty may reduce the final liability. Investors should secure […]
How Long Does a Canada CRA WHT Refund Take and What Documents Are Required?

Canada generally charges 25% Part XIII withholding tax (WHT) on dividends paid to non-residents. A tax treaty may reduce the rate, often to 15% for portfolio investors. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers the tax, and investors usually recover excess WHT by submitting Form NR7-R. The CRA publishes no fixed processing target, while current custody-market […]