Maya Chen
International tax consultant & CPA candidate
Maya Chen specializes in cross-border freelancer taxation, with deep focus on EU VAT, UK National Insurance, and emerging market tax systems. She brings accounting rigor to every rate and jurisdiction covered on GigProfit.
- ·CPA candidate with international tax specialization
- ·EU VAT, HMRC, and GST regulations reviewed annually
- ·Covers tax systems across 20+ jurisdictions
Articles by Maya Chen
Taxes
India GST for Freelancers: Who Pays What
GST isn't just for retail shops. If you're a freelancer in India providing services, you may need to register, charge, and remit GST. Here's everything you need to know about rates, thresholds, and input credits.
2026-04-29 · 7 min
Taxes
UK Self-Employed National Insurance 2025–26: What You Really Pay
Class 2 NIC is now voluntary and Class 4 rates have shifted. We break down exactly how much National Insurance sole traders owe in 2025/26 and what it means for your take-home pay.
2026-05-01 · 7 min
Taxes
Brazil IRPF for Freelancers: How to Calculate Your Monthly Carnê-Leão
Brazilian freelancers must prepay income tax monthly through Carnê-Leão. This guide explains the progressive IRPF rates, DARF payments, and how foreign client income fits into the calculation.
2026-05-01 · 9 min
Taxes
Canada Freelancer Taxes: CPP Contributions and Your Real Take-Home Pay
Self-employed Canadians pay both halves of CPP at 11.9%, plus CPP2 on higher earnings. Here is how to factor federal tax, provincial tax, and GST/HST into your pricing.
2026-05-01 · 8 min
Taxes
EU VAT Threshold and Freelancer Registration: When You Must Register
The OSS scheme and €10,000 cross-border threshold determine where you charge VAT. We explain registration rules for Germany, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands in plain terms.
2026-05-01 · 9 min
Taxes
Freelance Taxes in Germany: Freiberufler vs. Gewerbe Explained
Germany separates self-employed people into two categories: Freiberufler (liberal professionals) and Gewerbe (commercial businesses). This classification determines your taxes, paperwork, and business obligations.
2026-05-08 · 9 min