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What is the interest withholding rate between Italy and South Korea?

Under the Italy-South Korea 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 Italy's 47 active treaty partners, and 10% across South Korea's 48 active partners.

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Italy

Rank 22 of 47 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Ireland (10%), Israel (10%), Japan (10%)

Higher rates with: Luxembourg (10%), Mexico (10%), Netherlands (10%)

South Korea

Rank 27 of 48 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Indonesia (10%), Israel (10%), India (10%)

Higher rates with: Japan (10%), Luxembourg (10%), Mexico (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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