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What is the interest withholding rate between India and Sweden?

Under the India-Sweden tax treaty, the withholding rate on interest is 10%. Certain types of interest (such as government bonds) may qualify for additional exemptions under specific treaty articles. This 10% rate compares to a median of 10% across India's 48 active treaty partners, and 10% across Sweden's 44 active partners.

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India

Rank 32 of 48 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Romania (10%), Russia (10%), Saudi Arabia (10%)

Higher rates with: Slovak Republic (10%), Vietnam (10%), South Africa (10%)

Sweden

Rank 30 of 44 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Greece (10%), Indonesia (10%), Israel (10%)

Higher rates with: Italy (10%), Japan (10%), South Korea (10%)

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Data last reviewed: 2026-04-07

Important: Treaty rates require proper claim forms (e.g., IRS Form W-8BEN for U.S. treaties, HMRC DT-Individual for U.K. treaties, CRA Form NR301 for Canadian treaties) filed before payment. Limitation on Benefits (LOB) provisions may restrict eligibility. A 0% withholding rate does not mean no tax — the residence country may still tax the income. This is not tax advice.

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