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Each calculator uses official 2026 tax rates and social insurance formulas.
Germany
Income tax, Soli, 6 tax classes, social insuranceNetherlands
Coming soon — 30% ruling, income tax, premiumsSwitzerland
Coming soon — Canton-based taxes, AHV/IV/EOIreland
Coming soon — PAYE, PRSI, USCAustria
Coming soon — Income tax, social insuranceBelgium
Coming soon — Federal + regional taxesWhy use an expat salary calculator?
When you receive a job offer in a new country, the gross salary number doesn't tell you what you'll actually take home. Tax systems vary wildly across Europe — Germany has six tax classes and a solidarity surcharge, the Netherlands offers a 30% ruling for skilled migrants, and Switzerland taxes you differently depending on which canton you live in.
Our calculators are built specifically for people moving to or already working in these countries. Every formula is based on official 2026 tax tables and social insurance rates. All calculations run in your browser — we never store or transmit your salary data.
How gross-to-net salary works
Your gross salary is the amount your employer agrees to pay before deductions. From this, mandatory contributions are deducted: income tax (which varies by earnings and personal situation), social insurance (pension, health, unemployment, care), and in some countries additional surcharges. What remains is your net salary — the amount that hits your bank account each month.
Depending on the country and your income, deductions typically range from 28% to 50% of gross salary. Higher earners face higher tax rates but may benefit from social insurance contribution ceilings that cap deductions at a certain income level.
Compare take-home pay across countries
Considering offers in different countries? The same €60,000 gross salary can result in very different net amounts depending on where you work. Our country-specific calculators let you compare exactly, so you can make informed decisions about which offer actually gives you more purchasing power.