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What is the interest withholding rate between South Korea and Vietnam?
Under the South Korea-Vietnam 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 South Korea's 48 active treaty partners, and 10% across Vietnam's 26 active partners.
Network Comparison
South Korea
Rank 44 of 48 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Slovak Republic (10%), Thailand (10%), Turkey (10%)
Higher rates with: South Africa (10%), United States (12%), Australia (15%)
Vietnam
Rank 16 of 26 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: India (10%), Italy (10%), Japan (10%)
Higher rates with: Malaysia (10%), Netherlands (10%), Norway (10%)
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.