The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has announced an extension for the filing of annual “pay as you earn” (PAYE) and “other withholding tax” (OWHT) returns. The new deadline is now set for 30 September 2024. This extension aims to provide employers with additional time to adapt to recent enhancements made to the filing platforms, ensuring compliance with the updated requirements.

The Pay As You Earn (PAYE) Return (ITW10 PAYE) covers employee remuneration. The Other Withholding Tax (OWHT) Return (ITW10 OWHT) addresses taxes on dividends, interest, construction payments, commissions, directors’ fees, rent, and other payments to both residents and non-residents.

The announcement emphasises the importance of this extension for employers to make necessary adjustments and align their processes with the new filing system