How are pensions taxed under the New Zealand-Singapore tax treaty?
Under the New Zealand-Singapore 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 New Zealand's 32 active treaty partners, and 0% across Singapore's 42 active partners.
Network Comparison
New Zealand
Rank 29 of 32 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Philippines (0%), Poland (0%), Sweden (0%)
Higher rates with: Turkey (0%), United States (0%), South Africa (0%)
Singapore
Rank 31 of 42 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Malaysia (0%), Netherlands (0%), Norway (0%)
Higher rates with: Philippines (0%), Pakistan (0%), Poland (0%)