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Falkland Islands
Latin America
Lucky Nomads World Index
63.70 / 100
Global rank
#124
Corporate tax
26%
Personal tax
26%
Lucky Nomads Proprietary Indices
22 scoring dimensions scored independently using a deterministic methodology built on primary sources and structured analytical inference.
- SafetyShield Index9.1 / 10
- Affordability Index4.5 / 10
- Entry Ease Index5.4 / 10
- Tax Freedom Index6.1 / 10
- WiFi Index5.2 / 10
- Admin Ease Index7.3 / 10
- Healthcare Index7.4 / 10
- City Comfort Index7.7 / 10
- WeatherComfort Index4.8 / 10
- Banking Index8.6 / 10
- GeoStability Index9.1 / 10
- Justice & Order Index8.6 / 10
- Quality of Life Index8.5 / 10
- Open Society Index8.3 / 10
- Flight Index1.9 / 10
- Environmental Quality Index9.3 / 10
- English Index9.4 / 10
- Wealth Protection Index8.3 / 10
- AI Access Index2.8 / 10
- Economic Openness Index8.0 / 10
- Market Depth Index3.0 / 10
- ClimateShield Index7.8 / 10
Country snapshot
- Capital
- Stanley
- Population (approx.)
- 3,470
- Area (km²)
- 12,173 km²
- Currency code (ISO 4217)
- FKP
- Currency name
- Falkland Islands pound
- Main airport IATA code
- MPN
- Airport name
- Mount Pleasant Airport
General facts
- Minimum monthly cost
- From $2,750/month
- Main languages
- English
- Jurisdiction type
- Territory
- Region
- Latin America
- Web TLD
- .fk
- Phone calling code
- +500
Web TLD and phone codes are general references and can differ for territories or special numbering plans.
Tax system
- Marginal CIT (corporate income tax)
- 26%Very highWorldwide
- Marginal PIT (personal income tax)
- 26%ModerateWorldwide
Corporate taxation basis: Worldwide. The country generally taxes worldwide income of resident companies.
Falkland Islands resident companies are taxed on worldwide profits, with foreign tax credit relief available unilaterally and under the 1997 UK Falkland Islands Double Taxation Arrangement. Non-resident companies are taxed only on Falkland Islands-source profits, including activities deemed to arise through a permanent establishment in offshore oil and gas operations.
Flat 26 percent headline corporation tax (CT) under section 28 of the Taxes Ordinance 1997, with a small companies rate of 21 percent on chargeable income up to (the threshold scales with the number of associated companies). Profits from oil and gas exploration or exploitation are ring-fenced under Part VI of the Ordinance and taxed at 26 percent on a separate trade basis.
Personal income tax basis. Worldwide. Resident individuals are generally taxable on their worldwide income, subject to relief under applicable tax treaties.
Residents (183 days physically present) are assessed on worldwide income with foreign tax credit through the UK Double Taxation Arrangement. Non-residents are taxed only on Falkland Islands-source income via a flat 21 percent Payments on Account of Tax deduction, with a pro-rated personal allowance available on assessment based on days present.
Two-band progressive structure. The first of chargeable income above the 2026 personal allowance () is taxed at 21 percent, with all remaining chargeable income at 26 percent. Tax year follows the calendar year, returns due 31 July. The Defence Contractors Employees Exemption grants 0 percent on qualifying employment income for designated employers at Mount Pleasant.
Tax percentages here are editorial reference figures for comparison, not individualized tax advice.
Special tax regimes
For individuals
Defence Contractors' Employees Exemption (DCEE)
AvailableSectoral exemption from Falkland Islands Income Tax and Retirement Pension Contributions for qualifying employees of designated defence contractors…
You either qualify for the Falkland Islands' special tax regimes, or you don't. GeoCompass determines your eligibility, highlights the applicable conditions, and helps estimate your potential tax exposure.
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Overview
- Citizenship by investment
Not currently available
- Residence by investment
Not currently available
- Remote work visa (digital nomad visa)
Not currently available
Programmes
Falkland Islands lists several residency and mobility routes across work (employer sponsored), talent (points based), and family and dependant routes. Lucky Nomads tracks these programmes as editorial reference points. Thresholds, documents, and personal eligibility are evaluated in GeoCompass against your exact profile.
5 programmes listed · 5 are marked available in our editorial review
Work (employer sponsored)
2 programmesEmployer-linked permits and skilled employment passes for hired professionals.
- Available
Falkland Islands Work Permit
- Available
Volunteer Permit
Talent (points based)
1 programmePoints-based or criteria-driven talent routes for in-demand profiles.
- Available
Permanent Residence Permit (PRP)
Family and dependant routes
2 programmesSpouse, dependant, and family reunion style permits.
- Available
Accompanying Dependent Permit (ADP)
- Available
Dependent Permit (DP)
Not all residency routes are accessible. Some require minimum income, investment thresholds, local substance, or strict eligibility conditions. GeoCompass evaluates which options you can actually secure in the Falkland Islands.
Evaluate my residency optionsVisa and programme labels reflect editorial research, not individualized legal advice. Thresholds, documents, and personal eligibility are evaluated in GeoCompass. Always confirm rules with official government sources before you plan a move.
Dimensions breakdown
Strongest dimensions
- English Index9.4 / 10Exceptional english index
- Environmental Quality Index9.3 / 10Exceptional environmental quality index
- GeoStability Index9.1 / 10Exceptional geostability index
Weakest dimensions
- Flight Index1.9 / 10
- AI Access Index2.8 / 10
Published ranks by index
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