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Tax Treaty between New Zealand and Vietnam has Entered into Force

09 May 2014

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Treaty Development

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New Zealand-Vietnam

The tax treaty between New Zealand and Vietnam entered into force on may 5th, 2014. The treaty, signed August 5th, 2013, applies to income tax of both countries and includes the following withholding rates: Dividends - 5% of the beneficial owner holds at least 50% of the voting power in the paying company's, otherwise 15% Interest - 10% Royalties - 10% Permanent Establishment The treaty varies from the current OECD model with regards to service permanent establishments (PE), and PEs for activities related to the exploration or exploitation of nature resources, or the operation of substantial equipment. A service PE...