Belgium vs Hong Kong: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about HK$784,846) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and HK$679,132 in Hong Kong (about €76,147) — Hong Kong leaves you 58% more.
You keep more in Belgium up to about €22,000, and more in Hong Kong above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Belgium | Hong Kong | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €21,603 | HK$185,572 | Belgium +4% |
| $40K | €28,430 | HK$287,330 | Hong Kong +13% |
| $60K | €33,547 | HK$420,044 | Hong Kong +40% |
| $80K | €40,825 | HK$545,886 | Hong Kong +50% |
| $100K | €48,073 | HK$679,132 | Hong Kong +58% |
| $150K | €65,050 | HK$990,039 | Hong Kong +71% |
| $200K | €85,262 | HK$1,360,165 | Hong Kong +79% |
| $300K | €117,600 | HK$1,955,734 | Hong Kong +86% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Belgium or Hong Kong?
At €88,000, Hong Kong takes less of your pay: you keep 87% there, against 55% in Belgium.
What is the top tax rate in Belgium and Hong Kong?
The top income tax rate is 53.5% in Belgium and 16% in Hong Kong.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about HK$784,846) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and HK$679,132 in Hong Kong (about €76,147).
2026 rules checked against fin.belgium.be. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details