How are pensions taxed under the Belgium-Sweden tax treaty?
Under the Belgium-Sweden tax treaty, private pensions are generally taxable only in the country of residence β meaning no withholding tax applies at source (0%). This is favorable for retirees who have moved between the two countries, as their pension income will not be subject to double taxation. Government pensions may have different rules under a separate treaty article. This 0% rate compares to a median of 0% across Belgium's 39 active treaty partners, and 0% across Sweden's 44 active partners.
Network Comparison
Belgium
Rank 34 of 39 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Portugal (0%), Romania (0%), Russia (0%)
Higher rates with: Singapore (0%), Slovak Republic (0%), Turkey (0%)
Sweden
Rank 3 of 44 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Austria (0%), Australia (0%)
Higher rates with: Canada (0%), Switzerland (0%), Chile (0%)