Free Tax Calculator

Estimate withholding tax.

See WHT on rent, fees, dividends, and other common payments before you pay.

Tax withheld before you pay rent, fees, contracts, or dividends.

Estimates only. Based on the information you enter.

Gross amount before withholding.

Choose the category that matches the payment. Contract or technical services and professional fees are treated differently and are a common audit focus.

Not included in this estimate

  • Treaty-reduced rates and non-resident payees
  • WHT credit utilisation against CIT or final tax
  • Sector-specific exemptions and approvals

Withholding tax

Example

WHT on this payment

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FAQ

Do I need an account?
No. Calculate and review your estimate for free. Enter your email to download your PDF, or optionally email a copy.
How does state selection work?
Select the state relevant to this estimate. Federal PAYE bands are the same across states in this calculator. State selection is retained for PAYE jurisdiction context.
Living in Lagos?
Have your L-Number (State Payer ID) ready when you prepare an official payslip. You can review amounts in the free payslip generator after calculating here.
Is this my exact payslip?
No. It is a representative estimate based on the assumptions you enter.

Disclaimer

Estimate only. Withholding rates vary by payment type, payee status, and treaty position. This does not confirm remittance. Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate based on the Nigerian tax rules and Staff Pay calculation assumptions applicable to the selected inputs and calculation year. Actual tax obligations and take-home pay may differ because of individual circumstances, employer records, applicable regulations, year-to-date income, previous employment, relief evidence, and information not provided to this calculator. This tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. It does not file a return, remit tax, or confirm that any deduction has been paid. Review important decisions with a qualified tax adviser or the relevant tax authority. For payroll management, payslips and compliance tracking, use Staff Pay.

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