🇹🇿 Tanzania Statutory Tax Guide
Tanzania Tax Brackets & Rates (2026)
Comprehensive statutory tax rates, withholding thresholds, social contributions, and deduction rules governed by Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA).
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📜 Statutory Authority & Legal Framework
In Tanzania, personal income taxation is administered by the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) under the authority of Income Tax Act.
Tanzania monthly PAYE rates (0% to 30%) with 10% statutory NSSF/PSSSF pension contribution.
📊 2026 Progressive Marginal Tax Brackets
Currency: TZS| Income Bracket (TSh) | Marginal Tax Rate | Bracket Type |
|---|---|---|
| First TSh 270,000 (0%) | 0.0% | Tax-Free Allowance |
| TSh 270,001 – 520,000 (8%) | 8.0% | Tier 2 |
| TSh 520,001 – 760,000 (20%) | 20.0% | Tier 3 |
| TSh 760,001 – 1,000,000 (25%) | 25.0% | Tier 4 |
| Above TSh 1,000,000 (30%) | 30.0% | Tier 5 |
🛡️ Mandatory Social Security & Pension Contributions
NSSF / PSSSF
Employee Share: 10.0%
Employer Share: 10.0%
Frequently Asked Questions: Tanzania Taxation
What are the income tax brackets in Tanzania? ↓
Tanzania operates a progressive tax system administered by Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) under Income Tax Act.
What social security or pension contributions apply in Tanzania? ↓
Mandatory contributions include: NSSF / PSSSF (10.0%).