Nigerian President has signed the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) 2020 into law. The PIB aims to reform the oil and gas sector after two decades of deliberation. Though Nigeria relies heavily on oil revenue, the industry was fraught with problems. Over the years, previous administrations had attempted to change the energy industry with no progress….
Effective 1 January 2021, the Finance Act 2020 introduced significant changes to fifteen laws covering tax and non-tax laws in Nigeria. The revenue authority usually releases information circulars to guide stakeholders on the administration of the Finance Act. Consequently, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has released three information circulars to clarify the Finance Act 2020….
Tax is a compulsory charge by the government on goods, services, income, or profits of persons. There are different parameters for determining who, when, how, and where to pay taxes in Nigeria. After a taxable person registers with the revenue authority, the next step is to know the type and amount of tax to pay….
The tax registration process in Nigeria should be a seamless one. It’s the beginning of a continuous interaction with the TaxMan. We’ve put together answers to common questions on tax registration with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). We trust this will help to complete the TIN registration process. Enjoy! FAQ 1. How do I…
Taxpayers in Nigeria have an additional time of one month to file the company income tax (CIT) returns for the 2021 year of assessment (YOA). The new due date is 31 July 2021. Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) will suspend penalties and interest for late filing of returns during the period. Companies can also upload…
If you want answers to common questions on Nigerian PAYE tax, you are in the right place. Personal income tax is a type of direct tax that impacts the net salary of an employee. We’ve addressed twelve (12) frequently asked questions on Nigerian PAYE tax for beginners. At this point, you must have read BRC’s…
The central tax authority in Nigeria has launched an online portal for tax filing and administration affairs. Taxpayers can register a new business, make payments, and access their withholding tax status through TaxPro Max, an online portal. TaxPro Max is the latest automated administration solution from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The portal displays…
Have you validated your company’s unutilized withholding tax (WHT) credit note position with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)? Withholding tax is an advance payment of income tax. The amount withheld will be remitted to the relevant tax authority. Thereafter the WHT credit note can be used to offset an income tax liability. Taxpayers must…
Taxable persons under the Personal Income Tax Act in Nigeria will use a new basis to determine chargeable income. The changes in personal income tax law are in line with the Finance Act 2020 which came into force on 1 January 2021. As personal income tax is payable to the State Government, the Lagos State…
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has launched the TaxPro MAX portal for payment and filing of tax returns. Taxable persons in Nigeria and non-resident persons can use the new portal for tax processes. FIRS user guide for value added tax will help users navigate the online portal with ease. Visit https://taxpromax.firs.gov.ng Existing users can…