There are a lot of strange and unearthly taxes in the world. They were introduced a long time ago to replenish the state budget. This feature is preserved to this day. Over time, some payments disappeared and others appeared.
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We have selected the top 10 strangest taxes in the world ⬇️
? Plaster tax
Tax exists in Austria. Plaster tax was introduced to pay for treatment for people injured during the descent from the mountain. Given how many times a day tourists goes down, they cure everyone there.
? Fee for belly dancing
The Fee is paid by dancers in Egypt. Can you imagine the significant contribution to the budget?
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? Solar tax
Solar tax operates in Spain. The proceeds are used to clean beaches and coastal areas. The goal is worthy, but the payoff is still strange.
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? Name tax
In Sweden, parents have to pay a fee if they give their child a strange name. Strange tax for a strange name - sounds fair.
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? Christmas tax
Tax operates in Texas. It is paid by those who order the services of a decorator to decorate the Christmas tree.
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? Second-hand tax
Second-hand tax exists in Ukraine. Items, furniture and appliances that are handed over to commission shops are subject to taxation.
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? Childlessness tax
Childlessness tax was introduced in Ternopil. Men after the age of 25 have to pay if they still do not have children.
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? Tax for dogs
This tax operates in Norway, Sweden and China. Registration and medical examination are subject to taxation.
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? Chinese tax
Tax acted from 1885 to 1933. The fee was calculated for the entry of Chinese immigrants to Canada.
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? Ear tax
Ear tax existed in Tibet in the 20th century. They paid for both people and animals. In case of non-payment, the ears were cut off. Terrible story.
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Some taxes cause fear, while others cause laughter and surprise. These are historical facts and modern realities. We are happy that the death taxes were canceled a long time ago!
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