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🇵🇰 Retire in Pakistan

Tax rates, cost of living, special programs, and top cities for international investors and retirees.

Tax system

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Cheapest city

Rawalpindi ~$710/mo

Tax System Overview

Pakistan taxes LTCG (>1yr) at 12.5%, STCG at 15%. Dividends at 15%. No wealth tax (abolished).

  • ✓No wealth tax

What Would You Pay?

Estimated annual tax on different levels of investment income (capital gains + dividends + interest):

Annual Investment IncomeEstimated TaxEffective Rate
$50,000$6,75013.5%
$100,000$13,50013.5%
$200,000$27,00013.5%

Assumes 60% capital gains, 25% dividends, 15% interest. Actual tax depends on your specific income mix.

Sources — Pakistan tax data

Last verified 2026-04-12

Top Cities in Pakistan

Rawalpindi

$710/month

Lahore

$1,005/month

Islamabad

$1,145/month

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Tax rates and programs are subject to change. Information is current as of 2026. Always consult a qualified tax professional before making relocation decisions.