GTA receives taxpayers for direct support regarding Financial Penalty Exemption Initiative, Simplified Tax Return submission
The GTA added that this comes as part of its ongoing efforts to facilitate procedures, reduce burdens, and enhance levels of voluntary compliance.
The Authority clarified that this initiative will continue on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays each week, from 8amto 12pm, until August 31, at the GTA Tower.
It noted that this step is part of a broader plan aimed at improving the taxpayers' experience and providing more efficient and flexible services.
The Authority also provides taxpayers with support and guidance services regarding the Simplified Tax Return, aiming to facilitate the filing procedures and enable them to fulfill their tax obligations accurately and smoothly, thereby increasing transparency and promoting a culture of tax compliance.
The Financial Penalty Exemption Initiative is a distinctive initiative aimed at enabling taxpayers to settle their tax status by exempting them from penalties resulting from delays in registration, filing returns, or paying dues.
This initiative grants a 100 percent exemption from financial penalties until August 31, subject to a set of terms and conditions.
The General Tax Authority reaffirmed its commitment to delivering effective and integrated tax services that support the business environment and contribute to achieving sustainable economic development.
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