Capital Gains Tax Calculator
🏠 Free ToolCalculate the tax on your investment profits. Enter purchase and sale price, holding period, and country to see capital gain, tax rate, tax amount, and net proceeds.
How it Works
Our capital gains tax calculator helps you estimate the tax on your investment profits across seven European countries. Enter the purchase price, sale price, holding period, and country to instantly see your capital gain, applicable tax rate, tax amount, and net proceeds.
Capital gains tax rates vary significantly across Europe. Italy charges a flat 26%, Germany applies 26.375% (including solidarity surcharge), while France uses a 30% flat tax with abatements for long-term holdings. Understanding these differences is essential for cross-border investment planning.
The holding period can make a meaningful difference in some countries. In France, gains on shares held over 2 years benefit from a 50% abatement, rising to 65% after 8 years. Portugal halves the tax for qualifying assets held over 2 years.
Use this calculator alongside our Income Tax Calculator for employment income or our Self-Employed Tax Calculator for a complete picture of your tax obligations across Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is capital gains tax calculated?
Capital gains tax is applied to the profit (sale price minus purchase price). The rate depends on your country and, in some cases, how long you held the asset.
Does holding period affect the tax rate?
In some countries, yes. France offers abatements after 2 and 8 years. Portugal halves the rate after 2 years for qualifying assets. Italy and Germany apply flat rates regardless of holding period.
What is Italy's capital gains tax rate?
Italy applies a flat 26% tax on financial capital gains (stocks, bonds, funds). Real estate gains have different rules.
Can capital losses offset gains?
In most European countries, capital losses can offset gains within the same tax year. Some countries allow carrying losses forward. This calculator does not model loss offsetting.
Does this cover real estate capital gains?
This calculator is designed for financial investments. Real estate capital gains often have different rates, exemptions, and rules that vary significantly by country.
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