Personal Income Tax (PIT) 2026 – Latvia
Latvia's progressive PIT system reformed in 2025 with simplified two-tier structure. Fixed personal allowance of €550/month replaces complicated differentiated system. Administered by State Revenue Service (VID) through modern electronic systems.
Personal Income Tax (PIT) 2026
Latvia's progressive PIT system reformed in 2025 with simplified two-tier structure. Fixed personal allowance of €550/month replaces complicated differentiated system. Administered by State Revenue Service (VID) through modern electronic systems.
PIT Rates 2026
Applies to annual income up to €105,300. After subtracting €6,600 personal allowance, effective rate lower. On €50,000: pay 25.5% on €43,400 = €11,067 (22.1% effective). Cap aligns with social security ceiling.
Marginal rate 33% on income exceeding €105,300. On €150,000: first €105,300 at 25.5%, remaining €44,700 at 33%. Plus 3% additional tax on portion above €200,000.
Extra 3% surtax on income exceeding €200,000 annually. Total marginal rate becomes 36% (33% + 3%) on income above €200k. Applied when filing annual declaration.
Personal Allowances 2026
Fixed for all taxpayers regardless of income level. Simplified from previous complicated system. Applied automatically if tax book submitted. Increases to €570/month from 2027.
Enhanced allowance for age or disability pensioners. Working pensioners can split: €500 applied to pension income, €500 to employment income. Must notify pension disburser and employer.
€250/month for each dependent child or disabled family member. No limit on number. Applied automatically if registered with tax authorities. Significantly reduces taxable income for families.
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