Namibia Tax Calculator (2026)
Income tax rates and take-home pay for Namibia
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Namibia Income Tax Brackets (2025-2026)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Tax-free threshold | NAD 0 - NAD 100,000 | 0.0% |
| First bracket | NAD 100,000 - NAD 150,000 | 18.0% |
| Second bracket | NAD 150,000 - NAD 350,000 | 25.0% |
| Third bracket | NAD 350,000 - NAD 550,000 | 28.0% |
| Fourth bracket | NAD 550,000 - NAD 850,000 | 30.0% |
| Fifth bracket | NAD 850,000 - NAD 1,550,000 | 32.0% |
| Top bracket | NAD 1,550,000+ | 37.0% |
Maternity Leave, Sick Leave, and Death Benefit Fund
Fixed amount: NAD 1,188 per year
Capped at NAD 1,188 per year
Key Facts
Tax Year
2025-2026
Currency
NAD
Top Rate
37.0%
Brackets
7 brackets
Tax-Free Threshold
NAD 100,000
Social Contributions
1 item
Assumptions
- · Tax year runs 1 March 2025 through 28 February 2026.
- · Model assumes a resident employee with no optional deductions (e.g., pension contributions, housing scheme benefits).
- · Workmen's compensation is employer-only and excluded.
- · VAT and other consumption taxes are excluded as not part of employment income taxation.
- · Maternity/Sick Leave/Death Benefit Fund contributions capped at NAD 99/month (NAD 1,188/year) per employee.
- · Ring fencing rules for loss-making trades excluded as not applicable to salary comparison model.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top income tax rate in Namibia?
The highest marginal income tax rate in Namibia is 0.4%. Your effective tax rate will be lower depending on your income level.
How many tax brackets does Namibia have?
Namibia has 7 income tax brackets. Income is taxed in brackets - you only pay the higher rate on income above each threshold, not on your entire income.
How is take-home pay calculated in Namibia?
Take-home pay in Namibia is your gross salary minus income tax, social contributions, and any applicable surcharges. Use the calculator above to see an exact breakdown for your salary.
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