How are pensions taxed under the Hong Kong-India tax treaty?
Under the Hong Kong-India tax treaty, private pensions are generally taxable only in the country of residence — meaning no withholding tax applies at source (0%). This is favorable for retirees who have moved between the two countries, as their pension income will not be subject to double taxation. Government pensions may have different rules under a separate treaty article. This 0% rate compares to a median of 0% across Hong Kong's 23 active treaty partners, and 0% across India's 48 active partners.
Network Comparison
Hong Kong
Rank 12 of 23 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: United Kingdom (0%), Indonesia (0%), Ireland (0%)
Higher rates with: Italy (0%), Japan (0%), South Korea (0%)
India
Rank 20 of 48 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: France (0%), United Kingdom (0%), Greece (0%)
Higher rates with: Hungary (0%), Indonesia (0%), Ireland (0%)