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What is the interest withholding rate between China and Netherlands?

Under the China-Netherlands 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 China's 47 active treaty partners, and 5% across Netherlands's 49 active partners.

Network Comparison

China

Rank 32 of 47 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Luxembourg (10%), Mexico (10%), Malaysia (10%)

Higher rates with: Norway (10%), New Zealand (10%), Philippines (10%)

Netherlands

Rank 31 of 49 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Belgium (10%), Brazil (10%), Canada (10%)

Higher rates with: Colombia (10%), Spain (10%), Indonesia (10%)

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Data last reviewed: 2026-04-07

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.

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