Turkey: Government tightens criteria for simplified business taxation
The simple method allows eligible taxpayers to calculate business income by subtracting expenses from revenue without detailed accounting, provided they meet the participation, rental, turnover, and IIT exemption criteria. Turkey’s government
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South Africa: SARS consults on draft tax exemption guidanceÂ
Comments on the draft Note must be submitted by 10 October 2025. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has initiated a public consultation on a draft interpretation note on the income tax exemption applicable to bodies corporate, share block
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UAE: MoF issues new rules on qualifying and excluded activities in free zones
UAE issues Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025 on Free Zone corporate tax activities, effective from 1 June 2023. The UAE Ministry of Finance ( MOF) issued Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025 on 28 August 2025, which repeals Ministerial
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Thailand: Cabinet approves bill on Qualified Refundable Tax Credits in Pillar 2 framework
The Bill allows promoted companies to receive cash refunds for unused tax credits, which are treated as income for Pillar 2 purposes, ensuring no adverse effect on the effective tax rate. QRTCs cover investments in R&D, advanced skills,
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Uzbekistan: President announces tax incentives for legal firmsÂ
From 1 January 2026, legal entities switching from turnover tax to VAT for the first time will receive a 1-year corporate tax exemption, a 1-year waiver of VAT registration penalties, and a six-month deduction on accounting
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Chile: SII issues guidance on reduced tax rates and advance payments for SMEs
The reduced income tax rates take effect on 1 January 2025, and the reduced PPM rates apply from August 2025 to December 2027. Chile’s Tax Administration (SII) has published Circular SII No. 53-2025 on its website on 3 September 2025, outlining
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US: IRS issues USD 162 million in fines for fraudulent tax credit claims promoted on social media
The IRS warns taxpayers about rising social media scams promoting the misuse of tax credits, such as the Fuel Tax Credit and the Sick and Family Leave Credit, which have led many to file invalid returns and face denied refunds and penalties. The
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Malta to introduce 15% minimum tax for MNEs
Malta imposes a 15% final tax on large multinationals under new regulations. Malta’s government has issued Legal Notice 188 of 2025, titled the Final Income Tax Without Imputation Regulations, 2025, under Article 22B of the Income Tax Act on 2
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Romania gazettes ordinance amending global minimum tax rules
The Ordinance updates Law No. 431/2023 to implement the Pillar 2 global minimum tax under EU Directive 2022/2523. Romania has published Ordinance No. 21 of 28 August 2025 in the Official Gazette on 29 August 2025. Government Ordinance No.
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Ireland: Irish Revenue releases Pillar 2 Registration guidance
The guidance offers comprehensive instructions on how to register for Pillar 2 taxes. Irish Revenue has released eBrief No. 170/25 on Tax and Duty Manual Part 04A-01-01A on 5 September 2025, providing comprehensive guidance on the registration
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Netherlands releases Q&As on Minimum Tax Act 2024
The Q&As offer practical guidance for implementing the Minimum Tax Act 2024 in the Netherlands. The Netherlands tax authority has released a Q&A document on the Minimum Tax Act 2024. This document compiles questions submitted to the
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Canada: CRA extends withholding tax relief for nonresident subcontractor reimbursements to June 2026
Taxpayers reimbursing non-residents for services in Canada via subcontracting can defer the 15% withholding tax and related interest or penalties until 30 June 2026. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has extended its administrative relief policy
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Kenya: KRA imposes new cap on carryforward of prior losses
The ruling limits loss carryforwards, applying to losses from 1 July 2025 onward and retrospectively disallowing deductions for losses before the 2020 income year. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) issued a private ruling on 1 September 2025
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US: Michigan provides tax filing and payment relief for storm-affected residents
Individuals and businesses in Houghton and Ontonagon counties can request additional time to file state tax returns and pay state tax bills, with penalties and interest waived. Michigan State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks announced on 2 September
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Australia: ATO consults targeted taxpayer relief measures
The consultation is open from 4 September to 2 October 2025. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has initiated a public consultation on certain taxpayer relief measures, such as its approach to remission of interest and failure to lodge
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Ecuador updates dividend tax rules and NPO reporting requirements
Ecuador revises dividend taxes and non-profit reporting rules, effective 22 August 2025. Ecuador has introduced new rules on dividend taxation and non-profit organizations, effective 22 August 2025. The law applies to income accrued from 1
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Zambia introduces 1% minimum tax, raises withholding tax on government bonds
Zambia’s 2025 tax update introduces a 1% turnover tax and raises government bond withholding tax to 20%. Zambia passed the Income Tax (Amendment) Act 2025 on 8 August 2025, with its publication in the Official Gazette following on 19 August
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UAE: FTA emphasises the need to retain records and documentation to ensure accuracy of tax return information for taxable persons subject to corporate tax
FTA urges all taxable and exempt persons to retain records for seven years and submit corporate tax returns and payments within nine months via the EmaraTax platform. The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) emphasises that all Taxable Persons subject
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