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Two-tier standard rate applies to high net income

In force Taxation

From the 2024/25 year of assessment, the standard-rate calculation applies 15% to the first HK$5 million of net income and 16% to the balance. Salaries tax remains calculated at the lower of progressive rates on net chargeable income or the standard-rate method, subject to the official rules and deductions.

Who it affects

High-income Hong Kong salaries-tax payers.

Sources

Primary: Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department ↗

Verified 2026-08-02 · methodology