Wallis and Futuna — Tax Guide, Residency & Cost of Living for Expats

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Tax Score

60/100None (0%)

Tax Data

Income Tax0%
Corporate Tax0%
Capital Gains0%
VAT/GST0%
Wealth TaxNo
Inheritance TaxNo

Residency & Visas

Golden VisaNo
Digital Nomad VisaNo

Cost of Living & Quality of Life

Cost of Living Index50
Safety6/10
Internet10 Mbps
Healthcare5/10
Gasoline$2.14/L

Tax Overview

Wallis and Futuna is a tax haven with zero personal income tax, making it one of the world's most attractive destinations for tax optimization.

Personal Income Tax

Wallis and Futuna has no personal income tax — a key advantage for expats and entrepreneurs.

Corporate & Capital Gains

The corporate tax rate is 0%, highly competitive globally. There is no capital gains tax — ideal for investors.

Indirect Taxes & Wealth

VAT/GST is 0%, low by international standards.

Crypto & Digital Assets

Wallis and Futuna has an unfavorable crypto tax regime (score 2/5). Rates are high and/or regulations are restrictive.

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Residency Guide

Relocating to Wallis and Futuna is possible but with limited options. Visa options are more limited, but residency is achievable through standard pathways.

Visa Options

Wallis and Futuna does not currently offer a digital nomad visa or golden visa. Foreigners can explore work, investment, or family reunification visas.

Practical Considerations

As a non-LATAM destination, applicants should consider potential language barriers and cultural differences. Working with a local immigration attorney and verifying apostille/legalization requirements for documents is recommended.

Also consider: Vanuatu, Marshall Islands, Micronesia

Lifestyle

Wallis and Futuna has a moderate cost of living, with good standards at a reasonable price.

Cost of Living

With an index of 50, Wallis and Futuna offers a balance between quality and price. Expenses are lower than New York City (index 100), but quality of life is high.

Safety & Infrastructure

A safety score of 6/10 indicates a generally safe environment, with normal precautions recommended. Internet speed of 10 Mbps — may be limiting for video calls and intensive remote work.

Healthcare

With a score of 5/10, the healthcare system has limitations. International private health insurance is highly recommended for expats.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • No personal income tax (0%)
  • No capital gains tax
  • Affordable cost of living (index 50)

Cons

  • Unfavorable crypto regime (2/5)
  • Private health insurance recommended (5/10)
  • Slow internet (10 Mbps)

Frequently Asked Questions

Wallis and Futuna operates under a none tax system: has no personal income tax — one of the most attractive relocation destinations in the world.

About this guide

Researched and maintained by the TuLugar team, based in Asunción, Paraguay.

Data sourced from PwC, Numbeo, UNDP, and Ookla.

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