Living allowances in China - What percentage is tax free ?

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on 9 Jun 2013

Hi I have heard that there is a limitation for the living allowance (exempt of tax) in terms of % of the basic salary, something like: living allowance <33% of the basic salary Is this correct? If so, why is that? Thanks!

Anonymous (not verified) on 5 Aug 2013 - 08:10

Hi，vanessa The limitation for the living allowance is 5000RMB in China ,it is free .From 5000-8000RMB,the tate of tax is 10%. if you want to know detail ,you can visit http://114.xixik.com/ppt/ also if you want to know more ,you can email me :[email protected] wish you good luck in China

Anonymous (not verified) on 7 Jul 2014 - 21:33

Hello, Do I need to provide any receipts to claim the living allowance as well as housing allowance in China mainland? Or if it's stated in the offer of employment, I just assume I will get it full and use it as/if I want? THank you for clarification

Anonymous (not verified) on 8 Jul 2014 - 08:17

Hi Anonymous,

Whether you are expected to provide receipts will depend on the company. You should check with HR about the companies requirements.

Good luck

Anonymous (not verified) on 12 Aug 2014 - 14:24

Do you know if an accommodation stipend is tax deductible? According to the accountancy department at my office, I have to pay the same tax as that I pay on my salary. What are the so called "tax deductible allowances" then?

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