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What is the interest withholding rate between Australia and Japan?
Under the Australia-Japan tax treaty, the withholding rate on interest is 10%. Certain types of interest (such as government bonds) may qualify for additional exemptions under specific treaty articles. This 10% rate compares to a median of 10% across Australia's 48 active treaty partners, and 10% across Japan's 47 active partners.
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Australia
Rank 24 of 48 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Ireland (10%), Israel (10%), Italy (10%)
Higher rates with: Luxembourg (10%), Mexico (10%), Netherlands (10%)
Japan
Rank 8 of 47 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Saudi Arabia (5%), United Arab Emirates (10%), Austria (10%)
Higher rates with: Belgium (10%), Canada (10%), Switzerland (10%)
Important: Treaty rates require proper claim forms (e.g., IRS Form W-8BEN for U.S. treaties, HMRC DT-Individual for U.K. treaties, CRA Form NR301 for Canadian treaties) filed before payment. Limitation on Benefits (LOB) provisions may restrict eligibility. A 0% withholding rate does not mean no tax — the residence country may still tax the income. This is not tax advice.