Residence-Based Taxation

/ˈrɛzɪdəns beɪst ˌtæksˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A tax system where a jurisdiction taxes individuals or entities based on their residence rather than the source of income.
    The country applies residence-based taxation, taxing its residents on worldwide income.

Forms

  • residence-based taxation

Commentary

Residence-based taxation contrasts with source-based taxation, important in international tax law to determine tax obligations.

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