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What is the interest withholding rate between Philippines and Sweden?
Under the Philippines-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 Philippines's 28 active treaty partners, and 10% across Sweden's 44 active partners.
Network Comparison
Philippines
Rank 14 of 28 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: South Korea (10%), Netherlands (10%), Norway (10%)
Higher rates with: Turkey (10%), Australia (15%), Brazil (15%)
Sweden
Rank 36 of 44 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: South Korea (10%), Mexico (10%), New Zealand (10%)
Higher rates with: Pakistan (10%), Portugal (10%), Romania (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.