Asia Pacific

Taiwan: Taiwan E-Invoice Mobile Registration Enables Direct Prize Deposit Service

On 7 October 2026, the Ministry of Finance announced enhancements to the uniform invoice prize award system, allowing taxpayers who register their cloud e-invoices (雲端發票) to a mobile phone barcode carrier (手機條碼) and link a designated bank account to receive winning prize amounts via direct deposit. Previously, prize winners had to physically visit convenience stores

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Indonesia: Indonesia Opens Registration for Digital Stamp Printer Providers

On 7 October 2026, the Indonesian Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) announced the opening of registration for providers of digital stamp meter printers (Penyedia Printer Meterai Teraan Digital) under the framework of Government Regulation No. 45 of 2025 concerning Electronic Stamp Duty (E-Meterai). This initiative supports the mandatory transition from physical adhesive stamps to digitally

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Indonesia: Indonesia Issues Exchange Rates for Customs, VAT, Luxury Tax Oct 7-13

The Minister of Finance Decree No. 48/MK/EF.2/2026, dated 6 October 2026, sets the official exchange rates applicable for the calculation of import duties, Value Added Tax (VAT), Luxury Goods Sales Tax (LGST), export duties, and income tax for the period 7 October 2026 to 13 October 2026. This weekly regulation ensures that all taxpayers and

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South Korea: Korea VAT Payment Deadline Extended by Tax Authority

On 6 October 2026, the Korean National Tax Service (NTS) issued Notice No. 2026-112 through its VAT Division, announcing an administrative extension of the value-added tax (VAT) payment deadline for eligible taxpayers. This measure is enacted under the authority of the Framework Act on National Taxes and the Value-Added Tax Act, allowing the tax authority

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Singapore: IRAS Issues GST Rules for Migrant Domestic Worker Agencies

As of 6 October 2026, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has published a dedicated webpage outlining the Goods and Services Tax (GST) treatment applicable to fees charged by migrant domestic worker employment agencies. This new guidance addresses a specific business sector that previously lacked explicit public rulings, providing clarity on output tax liabilities,

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Taiwan: Taiwan Tax Appeal: Deferred Enforcement with One-Third Payment Rule

On 6 October 2026, the NTB reiterated the statutory provision under the Administrative Appeal Act and the Tax Collection Act allowing taxpayers to suspend the transfer of tax arrears to compulsory enforcement by filing an administrative appeal (visa) and simultaneously paying at least one-third of the tax amount determined in the reconsideration decision. This provision

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Azerbaijan: UK-Azerbaijan Cooperation Expansion Discussed at Economy Ministry

On 6 October 2026, the Minister of Economy of Azerbaijan, Mikayil Jabbarov, hosted a delegation from the United Kingdom’s HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and the Department for Business and Trade to discuss deepening bilateral tax cooperation. The meeting reviewed the implementation of the existing Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) signed in 1995 and explored

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Australia:Australia Digital Economy Tax: ATO Guidance for Online Creators and Sellers

On 6 October 2026, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) published new guidance addressing the tax obligations of individuals earning income through online activities such as content creation, social media influencing, and e‑commerce sales. The guidance clarifies when these activities constitute a business for tax purposes, outlining the relevant indicators – including profit‑making intention, repetition, scale,

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Azerbaijan: Deputy Head of State Tax Service to Receive Citizens in Lankaran

The State Tax Service announced on 6 October 2026 that Deputy Head Emil Garayev will conduct a public reception in Lankaran city on 10 October 2026 as part of the “Mobile Tax Office” initiative. The event aims to provide on-site taxpayer assistance, resolve disputes, and accept complaints regarding tax assessments, penalties, and service delivery. Citizens

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Bangladesh:Tax Inspectors’ Service Confirmation Order Released

On 6 October 2026, the NBR released a notification confirming the service of tax inspectors following their appointment or promotion. This routine administrative step secures their tenure and benefits. Key Takeaways Tenure Security: Confirmation grants permanent status, protecting against arbitrary removal. Benefits Activation: Confirmed inspectors become eligible for full pension, leave, and promotion pathways. Record

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