What Do Foreign Investors Need to Know About Recovering Dividend Withholding Tax in Finland?

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 […]