Singapore: IRAS revises transfer pricing rules, launches pilot SSA for baseline routine marketing and distribution activities
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) updated its transfer pricing guidance on 19 November 2025, introducing a new section outlining the simplified and streamlined approach (SSA) for pricing qualifying baseline marketing and distribution
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Singapore, Brazil: Amending protocol to tax treaty enters into force
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) announced that the Protocol amending the income tax treaty between Singapore and Brazil, formally titled the Agreement for the Elimination of Double Taxation with Respect to Taxes on Income and the
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Cambodia: Council of Ministers approves amending protocol to tax treaty with Singapore
Cambodia's Council of Ministers approved the protocol to the 2016 income tax treaty with Singapore on 24 October 2025. The protocol, signed on 2 November 2023, represents the first amendment to the treaty and will become effective upon the
See MoreSingapore: Government presents second reading opening remarks on the Finance (Income Taxes) Bill
Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Finance Jeffrey Siow has presented second reading opening remarks on the Finance (Income Taxes) Bill at the parliament on 6 November 2025. The Bill serves two main purposes: First, it updates the
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Singapore: IRAS classifies subordinated perpetual securities as debt
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore released Advance Ruling Summary No. 21/2025 on 3 November 2025, addressing the classification of subordinated perpetual securities as debt and the deductibility of distributions paid on them as
See MoreSingapore: IRAS issues guidance on foreign entity classification for tax
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has published new guidance on the Classification of Foreign Entities for Singapore Income Tax Purposes on 30 October 2025. There are tax implications connected to the classification of a foreign
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Vietnam seeks update tax treaty with Singapore
Vietnam and Singapore officials met on 21 October 2025 to discuss updating the 1994 Income Tax Treaty, aiming to boost investment and strengthen economic ties. Vietnam and Singapore officials met on 21 October 2025 to discuss bilateral
See MoreSingapore updates guidance on deductible business expenses
IRAS updates business expense guidance, detailing new deductible and non-deductible items and clarifying rules for employee transport reimbursements. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has revised its guidance on business expenses,
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Singapore: IRAS updates GST error correction guidance with new FAQs
IRAS updates GST F7 guidance, clarifying when minor errors need not be corrected. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has updated its guidance on correcting errors in Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns through Form F7, adding six
See MoreSingapore: Parliament reviews Finance (Income Tax) Bill 2025, includes new corporate tax relief measures
This legislation proposes numerous amendments to the Income Tax Act (ITA) and the Multinational Enterprise (Minimum Tax) Act (MMTA). Singapore's Parliament is reviewing the Finance (Income Taxes) Bill 2025, which had its first reading on 14
See MoreSingapore: Tax Authority issues e-tax guide on submission of income information by commission-paying organisations
IRAS issued SEP income reporting guide, effective from YA 2024. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) issued a new e-Tax Guide, Submission of Income Information by Commission-Paying Organisations, on 17 October 2025. The guide
See MoreSingapore: IRAS reminds companies to file 2025 CIT ahead of November deadline
IRAS reminded companies of their YA 2025 Corporate Income Tax filing obligations, outlining penalties for late submissions and available support resources. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) issued a notice on 16 October 2025
See MoreUS delays enforcement of tariff on Singaporean pharmaceutical exports
The US has delayed its planned 100% tariff on Singaporean drug exports, allowing local pharmaceutical firms to seek exemptions. The US has postponed the implementation of a 100% tariff on branded drugs exported from Singapore, initially set to
See MoreSingapore introduces refundable investment credit regulations
Singapore enacts Income Tax (Refundable Investment Credits) Regulations 2025, introducing tax credits of up to 50% for qualifying business investments under Pillar 2 rules. Singapore has published the Income Tax (Refundable Investment Credits)
See MoreSingapore: IRAS updates e-Tax guide on non-taxation of gains from share disposals
IRAS updates e-Tax Guide to expand the non-taxation scheme for share disposal gains from 2026. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) issued the updated e-Tax Guide on the Certainty of Non-taxation of Companies’ Gains on Disposal of
See MoreSingapore: IRAS updates e-Tax guide on variable capital companies
The e-Tax Guide outlines the tax framework applicable to VCCs and is intended for individuals or entities involved in incorporating, registering, or managing a VCC. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has published an updated e-Tax
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Singapore: IRAS updates guidance on foreign tax credit claims
The updated guidance now features a revised eligibility flowchart and provides clearer time limits for claiming a Foreign Tax Credit (FTC). The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has released revised guidance on claiming a Foreign Tax
See MoreSingapore: IRAS issues ruling on tax treatment of cash premium in REIT securities exchange
IRAS clarified tax treatment of REIT securities exchange. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has released Advance Ruling Summary No. 20/2025 on 1 September 2025, outlining the tax implications of a cash premium paid in connection
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