Greenland Tax Calculator (2026)

Income tax rates and take-home pay for Greenland

Using Sermersooq for state/regional taxes. Region selection coming soon.

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Greenland Income Tax Brackets (2025)

Bracket Income Range Rate
Combined national and municipal income taxDKK 0+42.0%

Personal allowance: DKK 58,000

Mandatory pension contribution

Bracket Income Range Rate
Pension fund contributionDKK 0+11.0%

Key Facts

Tax Year

2025

Currency

DKK

Top Rate

42.0%

Brackets

1 bracket

Allowance

DKK 58,000

Social Contributions

1 item

Assumptions

  • · Representative municipality is Sermersooq (capital region, Nuuk), with municipal tax 26%, national tax 10%, joint local tax 6%, totaling 42%.
  • · Standard deduction of DKK 48,000 applies to employment income for full tax residents.
  • · Additional allowance of DKK 10,000 applies to full tax residents.
  • · Mandatory pension contribution of 11% (2025 onwards) is included as a social contribution, deductible from taxable income.
  • · No employer-side social security contributions are modeled (only 2.1% employer payroll tax exists, excluded per scope).
  • · Model assumes full tax resident, full-year employment, not subject to special flat-rate regime (oil/gas/minerals or construction).
  • · No deductions for general employment expenses, healthcare, education, or charitable contributions are modeled.
  • · Alimony and childcare deductions are not modeled (not applicable to default person).
  • · No VAT, wealth tax, or inheritance/gift tax for employed residents is modeled.
  • · Foreign tax credits and double taxation treaty provisions are not modeled.

Frequently asked questions

What is the income tax rate in Greenland?

Greenland has a flat income tax rate of 42% on employment income, which combines the national tax (10%), municipal tax (26%), and joint local tax (6%). This rate applies to all income levels for full tax residents, making it a single-bracket tax system with no progressive brackets.

Do I need to pay pension contributions if I work in Greenland?

Yes, if you work in Greenland, you must contribute 11% of your gross income to a mandatory pension fund, which is deductible from your taxable income. This social contribution reduces your taxable base, so your actual take-home pay is affected by both the 42% income tax and the 11% pension contribution.

What deductions can I claim on my Greenland income tax?

Full tax residents working in Greenland receive a standard employment deduction of DKK 58,000 (which includes a base deduction of DKK 48,000 plus an additional allowance of DKK 10,000) that is applied before calculating income tax. This deduction significantly reduces your taxable income, especially if you earn a modest salary.

Does the tax rate vary by region in Greenland?

Yes, municipal tax rates vary by municipality in Greenland; this calculator uses Sermersooq (the capital region including Nuuk) as the default with a 26% municipal rate, but other municipalities may have different rates. If you're planning to work in a different region, your total tax rate could be higher or lower than the 42% shown here.

Are there any other taxes or social contributions I should know about?

The main taxes and contributions modeled are the 42% combined income tax and the 11% mandatory pension contribution; other taxes like VAT, wealth tax, and inheritance tax are not included in this calculator for employed residents. If you're relocating to Greenland, you should consult a local tax professional about any additional obligations or special regimes that may apply to your situation.

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