Asia Pacific

India: India Extends Valuer Registration Deadline to March 2027

The CBDT, via Notification No. 120/2026 dated 24 September 2026, has extended the registration validity for Registered Valuers and Authorised Income-tax Practitioners until 31 March 2027. The notification also introduces revised Forms 169 and 171 for registration and renewal applications. This move provides continuity for professionals engaged in valuation and tax practice while the regulatory

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Indonesia: Indonesia NPWP Registration: OTP Code Issues and Solutions

On 24 September 2026, the DJP released a troubleshooting guide for taxpayers encountering One-Time Password (OTP) verification failures during online Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP) registration via the Coretax portal. The article outlines common causes such as network latency, incorrect phone numbers, and system timeouts, and provides step-by-step solutions including resending OTP, verifying contact details, and

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Taiwan: Taiwan Tax Workforce Statistics: 80% Female, 2,583 Taxpayers per Officer

On 24 September 2026, the MOF’s Statistics Division published the 2023 Tax Workforce Statistical Bulletin (Year 115, Issue 16). The report reveals that as of year-end 2023, Taiwan’s tax authorities employed 9,842 tax officers, of whom 7,874 (80%) were female—significantly higher than the OECD average of approximately 55%. Each officer served an average of 2,583

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Azerbaijan: Azerbaijan Tax Service Releases New Video Tutorial for Taxpayers

On 24 September 2026, the State Tax Service unveiled its latest educational video tutorial, “Electronic Tax Declaration: Step-by-Step Guide for Legal Entities,” through its official YouTube channel and the “E-taxes” portal’s learning management system. The 22-minute production, developed in collaboration with the DVX Training Center, walks viewers through the complete workflow of preparing and submitting

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Indonesia: Jakarta Treasury Officials Receive Virtual Tax Education from DJP Counselors

On 24 September 2026, the Regional Financial and Asset Management Agency (BPKD) of DKI Jakarta conducted a large-scale virtual tax education session for hundreds of its treasurers (bendahara), facilitated by DJP tax counselors (penyuluh pajak). The online format enabled efficient, simultaneous capacity building on updated tax withholding and reporting procedures, demonstrating the scalability of digital

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Singapore: Singapore DB DIC Flowchart Updated for 2026 Tax Compliance

On 24 September 2026, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) published an updated flowchart for DB or DIC (Distribution of Benefits or Dividend Income Certificate) processes, reflecting the latest regulatory requirements for the 2026 financial year. This flowchart serves as a critical compliance tool for companies and tax practitioners navigating the declaration and reporting

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Taiwan: Taiwan Mandates Tax Registration for Influencer Platform Revenue

On 24 September 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance (MOF) issued a definitive clarification regarding the tax obligations of digital content creators and social media influencers receiving revenue-sharing income from online platforms. The announcement, released under the authority of the Value-Added and Non-Value-Added Business Tax Act, explicitly categorizes platform-derived revenue sharing as taxable business income, requiring

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Bangladesh:Bangladesh Releases Income Tax Circular for FY 2026-2027

On 24 September 2026, the NBR published the Income Tax Circular for the fiscal year 2026-2027 (Paripatra 2026-2027). This annual circular provides authoritative guidance on the interpretation and application of income tax laws, including updates on tax rates, exemptions, deductions, withholding tax provisions, and compliance procedures for the new fiscal year. It serves as a

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Taiwan: Taiwan Estate Tax: Administrator 6-Month Filing Extension Duty

On 24 September 2026, the Taipei National Tax Bureau issued a critical procedural reminder for court-appointed estate administrators under the Estate and Gift Tax Act. Upon selection by the court, the administrator has a mandatory duty to publish a public notice to creditors within six months and, if the estate’s assets and liabilities cannot be

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Bangladesh:Bangladesh Issues Income Tax Instructions for FY 2026-2027

On 24 September 2026, alongside the Income Tax Circular, the NBR released the Income Tax Instructions (Nirdeshika) for the fiscal year 2026-2027. This comprehensive document provides operational guidance to tax officials and taxpayers on the practical implementation of the circular’s provisions. It covers step-by-step procedures for return filing, tax deduction at source, advance tax computation,

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