Do Guernsey residents pay tax?


Do Guernsey residents pay tax? If you are solely or principally resident in Guernsey you will pay tax on your total income wherever it is from.


Is Guernsey cheap to live?

Guernsey is known for having a high cost of living, including housing costs, due to its popularity as an offshore financial center and its limited land area.


Can a US citizen move to Guernsey?

A person who is not a British citizen, Irish passport holder, or does not have the right to remain in the UK, and who is moving for reasons other than to take up full time employment in Guernsey, will need to apply for immigration clearance to live in Guernsey's Open Market.


Is Guernsey rich or poor?

The major finding from this research is that the overwhelming majority of people in Guernsey have a very high standard of living.


How do I become a tax resident of Guernsey?

Residency and your tax liability
  1. In Guernsey for 182 days or more.
  2. In Guernsey for 91 days or more and have been in the island for 730 days in the previous 4 years.


What island has no income tax?

The Cayman Islands don't have a corporate tax and act as a haven for multinational corporations to shield some or all of their incomes from taxation. The Cayman Islands do not impose taxes on residents and are considered tax neutral.


What are the tax advantages of living in Guernsey?

The true tax benefits of relocating to Guernsey
  • Corporation tax is set at zero*
  • There is no capital gains tax, inheritance tax, VAT or withholding tax.
  • A flat rate of 20% income tax applies.
  • Taxes on local property (akin to rates) are low compared with other jurisdictions.


How long can a non resident stay in Guernsey?

Anyone is able to be in Guernsey for up to 90 days within a 12 month period (starting from their first arrival into the island of Guernsey) without needing to hold a Permit or Certificate. This allows you to stay in tourist registered accommodation or stay as a guest in someone's house where they are living.