Hong Kong approves major tax concessions, higher allowances under Inland Revenue Amendment Bill 2026
The Hong Kong Legislative Council approved the Inland Revenue Amendment Bill 2026 on 13 May, introducing substantial tax concessions outlined in the 2025 Policy Address and 2026-27 Budget. Beginning with the 2026-27 assessment year, the
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Norway announces revised 2026 national budget, proposes higher pension and fuel tax relief
Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg has unveiled Norway's Revised National Budget for 2026, emphasising economic stability amid global uncertainties. With ongoing trade tensions and conflict in the Middle East creating volatility, the government has
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Jamaica: TAJ confirms increase in income tax thresholds from April 2026
Jamaica’s tax administration (TAJ) announced on 13 April 2026 that the Income Tax threshold (tax-free amount) was increased to JMD 1,902,360, up from JMD 1,799,376, effective 1 April 2026. This adjustment is in keeping with the announcement
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Taiwan issues 2025 income tax filing guidance for foreign individuals
Taiwan’s National Taxation Bureau of the Southern Area, Ministry of Finance, stated that foreign individuals who resided in the Republic of China (R.O.C.) for a total of 183 days or more during the year 2025, and who did not depart the R.O.C.
See MoreTaiwan clarifies residency rules, filing deadlines for foreign nationals
Taiwan's Dongshi Office, National Taxation Bureau of the Central Area, Ministry of Finance, clarified that foreign nationals filing individual income tax returns in Taiwan are subject to different filing rules depending on their tax residency
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US: Arkansas cuts corporate tax rates
Arkansas Governor has approved a fresh round of tax reductions that will lower rates for both individuals and businesses across the state. The legislation, signed into law on 6 May 2026, cuts the corporate tax rate from 4.3% to 4.1%, though
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Australia includes major corporate, CGT tax reforms 2026-27 budgetÂ
Australia’s Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, delivered the 2026-27 federal budget in parliament on 12 May 2026. The 2026-27 budget outlines a comprehensive vision for tax reform in Australia, focusing on supporting workers, incentivising business
See MoreHong Kong: IRD urges timely filing of 2025/26 individual tax returns
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has reminded Hong Kong taxpayers that individual tax returns for the 2025/26 assessment year must be submitted promptly following their issue on 4 May 2026. Most individual taxpayers have until 4 June 2026 to
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Italy: 2026 pre-filled tax return introduces revised timeline, enhanced features
Italy's tax filing season begins with significant changes this year, as the Revenue Agency introduces a split calendar for different tax forms and expands digital capabilities for millions of taxpayers on 28 April 2026. Staggered access
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Belgium opens tax-on-web portal for 2026 personal income tax returns
Belgium's Federal Public Service (SPF) Finance has launched its Tax-on-web e-service on 28 April 2026, enabling taxpayers and tax professionals to file personal income tax returns for the 2026 assessment year covering 2025 income. Taxpayers have
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El Salvador eliminates tax on non-resident stock market returns
El Salvador has eliminated a 3% withholding tax on returns earned by foreign investors in its stock market, marking a significant policy shift to attract international capital and boost economic growth. Legislative Decree No. 544, approved on 9
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Chile unveils major tax reform to boost economic recovery, support national reconstruction
The Chilean government has introduced a comprehensive tax reform draft bill before Congress aimed at reviving economic growth, attracting investment, and creating formal employment opportunities across the country. The draft legislation,
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Taiwan sets filing window for 2025 foreign individual income tax returns
Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance has reminded taxpayers that the filing period for the 2025 individual income tax return for foreign (alien) individuals will run from 1 May to 1 June 2026. The Changhua Branch of the National Taxation Bureau of the
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US: IRS announces new option for certain taxpayers to request more time after ERC claim disallowance
The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on 27 April 2026 a new, streamlined way for taxpayers to extend the period of time for the IRS and the IRS Independent Office of Appeals to review a taxpayer’s response to a disallowance of an
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Australia: Treasury consults AUD 1,000 instant tax deduction for working residents
The Australian Treasury has initiated a public consultation on 20 April 2026 on proposals to introduce an instant standard deduction of up to AUD 1,000 for Australian tax residents earning employment income, with implementation targeted for 1 July
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Canada: CRA announces key deadlines, changes for 2025 individual income tax returns
The Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed the filing deadlines for 2025 income tax returns, with important dates varying based on employment status. Filing and payment deadlines Most Canadian taxpayers must file their 2025 income tax
See MoreTaiwan extends house tax payment deadline due to holiday, taxpayers urged to pay within statutory window
Taiwan’s Taxation Administration has announced that the statutory payment period for the house tax in 2026 is from 1 May 2026 to 31 May 2026, and the deadline shall be extended to 1 June due to the last day of the payment period falling on a
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Brazil: RFB releases 2026 individual tax guide with FAQs
The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has published its updated individual tax guidance document, "Questions and Answers IRPF 2026," to help citizens complete their annual income tax returns accurately on 22 April 2026. The publication addresses
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