Glossary
Exit tax
A tax some countries charge on unrealised gains when you cease to be resident, as if you had sold your assets on leaving.
An exit tax treats your emigration as a deemed disposal: the country taxes the paper gains on assets like shares, businesses and sometimes crypto before you go, even though you haven't sold.
Why it matters
It can materially change the maths and timing of a move, so check for it before you leave — especially if you hold appreciated assets or Bitcoin.
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