Strategies For Reducing Tax Burden on Global Dividends

You’re working hard to grow your wealth, and one avenue is through global dividends. However, the tax man always has a handout waiting for his share. This can feel like a massive burden, especially when you’re dealing with investments across borders. It’s not all doom and gloom though – there are strategies you can use […]
How To Tell If You’re Entitled To Withholding Tax Benefits Via Double Taxation Treaties

Have you been wondering if you are entitled to withholding tax benefits via double taxation treaties? Understanding the ins and outs of taxation can be a confusing and complex process. This article will provide essential information about how to tell if you qualify for tax relief through double taxation treaties. Double taxation is when taxes […]
The Basics of Dividend Withholding Tax & How it Affects International Investors

Dividend withholding tax is a tax that many countries impose on dividends paid to non-resident investors. The purpose of this tax is to ensure that foreign investors pay their fair share of taxes on their investment income. However, the tax rate varies by country and can range from a few percent to more than 30 […]
Which Dividends are Exempt from Tax Withholding?

If specific requirements are completed, there are some dividends that are exempt from tax withholding. But first, let’s step back and define dividends tax and explain how it’s computed. Dividend withholding tax is applied at a specified rate to dividend distributions in the country in which the issuing organisation is domiciled. The corporation issuing the […]
FAQ: Dividend Withholding Tax

If you are searching for more information regarding dividend tax withholding, you have come to the right place. We hope we have addressed any questions or concerns you might have. Global Tax Recovery is here to help regardless of the complexity of the withholding tax recovery process. Does every nation apply a withholding tax to […]
French Dividend Withholding Tax

The French tax authorities (FTA) released an update on August 12, 2020. The update states that non-EU collective investment funds (CIFs) must adhere to specific requirements to qualify for withholding tax exemptions on dividends from a French source. Foreign investors looking to enhance their French-sourced dividend income must understand these requirements to reclaim French dividend […]
Withholding Tax: Obstacles & Trends in 2022

Withholding tax (WHT) directly affects a shareholder’s return on investment. Accordingly, changes in tax legislation will play a crucial role in wealth management decision-making. We will explain withholding tax trends in foreign investment taxation and recovery, as well as the most common obstacles that investors encounter. Why are tax withholding trends significant in wealth management? […]
How to Avoid Double Taxation on International Investments

How To Avoid Double Taxation A diversified, global investment portfolio can help you spread your risk – but it could also mean that you are taxed twice on the same investment income. The good news is that you can recoup a significant amount of that tax paid on cross-border investments. We’ll help you find out […]
Why use an Expert to Analyse your Foreign Withholding Tax Positions?

Get The Maximum Back: Withholding Tax Reclaim How do you optimise your Withholding Tax reclaim? The simple answer is – to use a professional.Getting the most out of your international investments could depend on how effectively you handle your foreign withholding tax (WHT) recovery. Before we get into why expert analysis is so important, let’sdiscuss […]