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Chile: Chile SII Denies API Access for Business Start-Up Registration

On 16 October 2026, the Chilean Internal Revenue Service (SII) issued Exempt Resolution No. 140 denying a specific institution access to the Application Programming Interface (API) for the “Start of Activities” (Inicio de Actividades) process. This API allows authorized entities to electronically register new taxpayers and business activities directly with the tax administration. The denial

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Paraguay: DNIT Regularizes Over G. 149 Billion in Tax Debts via Payment Facility

As of 16 October 2026, the DNIT’s General Directorate of Internal Taxes (GGII) facilitated the regularization of tax debts exceeding G. 149.265 billion (approx. USD 20.5 million) through the benefits established by Decree No. 5154/2025. This exceptional regime offers reduced interest rates and flexible payment terms for taxpayers with outstanding obligations, aiming to recover revenue

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United States: IRS Launches Tax Professional Awareness Week for 2027 Filing Season Prep

On October 16, 2026, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced the commencement of Tax Professional Awareness Week, scheduled for the week of October 19, 2026. This annual initiative is designed to equip tax professionals with the latest resources, webinars, and practical tools necessary to prepare for the upcoming 2027 filing season. The program underscores the

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Uruguay: Uruguay Launches Tax Compliance Management Plan 2026-2027 for Modern Risk-Based Administration

On 16 October 2026, the DGI presented the Tax Compliance Management Plan (PGCT) 2026–2027, establishing the strategic roadmap for transforming the tax administration into a modern, transparent, and risk-based institution. The plan outlines objectives such as improving voluntary compliance, enhancing data analytics capabilities, reducing the tax gap, and fostering a culture of compliance through targeted

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Chile: Chile SII Denies API Access for Business Start-Up Registration to Another Entity

On 16 October 2026, the Chilean Internal Revenue Service (SII) published Exempt Resolution No. 139, which denies a second institution access to the Application Programming Interface (API) for the “Start of Activities” (Inicio de Actividades) process. Similar to Resolution No. 140 issued the same day, this decision reflects the SII’s rigorous vetting process for entities

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United States: IRS Issues Automatic Refunds for Adoption Tax Credit Carryforward Claims

On October 16, 2026, the Internal Revenue Service confirmed it has begun issuing automatic refunds to more than 50,000 taxpayers who previously claimed the Adoption Tax Credit carryforward from prior tax years. This initiative stems from IRS system upgrades and legislative clarifications allowing the agency to proactively identify and refund eligible taxpayers without requiring amended

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Bolivia: Bolivia Tax Service Earns Quality Award for Continuous Improvement

On 16 October 2026, Bolivia’s National Tax Service (SIN) announced it has received formal recognition from the Latin American Center for Administration for Development (CLAD) for its outstanding achievements in service quality and continuous improvement within public administration. The award acknowledges the SIN’s implementation of the “Administración Tributaria 3.0” strategic framework, which integrates digital transformation,

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Brazil:Brazil Updates Simples Nacional and CBS/IBS Opt-In Statistics

On 16 October 2026, the RFB released updated figures for taxpayer options regarding the Simples Nacional regime and the regular CBS/IBS regime under the Tax Reform. The Simples Nacional option period ended on 15 October, while the option for the regular CBS/IBS regime remains open until 30 October 2026. The data shows strong adherence to

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Colombia: Losing VAT Responsible Status Does Not Require Input Tax Reversal

On 16 October 2026, DIAN issued Concept 015660 dated 7 September 2026, clarifying that a natural person who transitions from being a VAT responsible taxpayer to a non-responsible status is not required to reverse, adjust, or repay input tax credits validly claimed while holding responsible status. The ruling provides certainty for taxpayers whose taxable sales

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Chile: Chile SII Consults Advisors on Reconstruction Law Implementation

On 16 October 2026, the SII convened a technical roundtable with leading tax advisors, accounting associations, and legal experts to gather input on the forthcoming circulars and resolutions that will operationalize the National Reconstruction Law. The session focused on clarifying ambiguities in the accelerated depreciation regime, defining eligible construction materials for VAT credits, and establishing

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