Belgium vs Ukraine: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about UAH 4,487,089) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and UAH 3,455,059 in Ukraine (about €67,760) — Ukraine leaves you 41% more.
You keep more in Belgium up to about €35,000, and more in Ukraine above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Belgium | Ukraine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €21,603 | UAH 863,764 | Belgium +28% |
| $40K | €28,430 | UAH 1,374,171 | Belgium +5% |
| $60K | €33,547 | UAH 2,080,887 | Ukraine +22% |
| $80K | €40,825 | UAH 2,748,341 | Ukraine +32% |
| $100K | €48,073 | UAH 3,455,059 | Ukraine +41% |
| $150K | €65,050 | UAH 5,104,063 | Ukraine +54% |
| $200K | €85,262 | UAH 7,067,165 | Ukraine +63% |
| $300K | €117,600 | UAH 10,208,128 | Ukraine +70% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Belgium or Ukraine?
At €88,000, Ukraine takes less of your pay: you keep 77% there, against 55% in Belgium.
What is the top tax rate in Belgium and Ukraine?
The top income tax rate is 53.5% in Belgium and 23% in Ukraine.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about UAH 4,487,089) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and UAH 3,455,059 in Ukraine (about €67,760).
2026 rules checked against fin.belgium.be. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details