Mauritius - Obtain E-Filling and E-Payment of Personal Income Tax

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Procedure

Apply Online

1. To Obtain E-Filling and E-Payment of Personal Income Tax, applicants must go to the MRA website at link.
2. Read the information on the page and then click on the “Register Now” button.
3. The applicant needs to fill in the online registration form with the applicant personal and contact details.
4. The applicant needs to check the information the applicant has entered is correct.
5. Once all details are confirmed, complete the registration process by submitting the form.
6. Upon successful registration, he/she will receive an email with the applicants account details.
7. Then the applicant should Log in to the applicant account using the username and password the applicant created when registering for online services on the MRA website at link.
8. Once the applicant has logged in to the MRA website, he/she can click on the ‘E-Filing’ link to file the applicant income tax return.
9. The applicant will need to provide information such as income, deductions, and other details related to the applicant tax filing.
10. Once the applicant has completed the filing of tax return, he/she can make an E-Payment. To do this, click on the ‘E-Payment’ link on the MRA website.
11. The applicant will be required to provide his/her bank details and make the payment.
12. Once the applicant has made the E-Payment, he/she will receive a confirmation of payment from the MRA.
13. This will be sent to his/her email or SMS, depending on the applicant chosen method of payment. The applicant will also receive a payment receipt. Keep these for future reference.
14. The applicant must file the applicant return within 30 days of making the E-Payment.
15. To do this, log in to the applicant MRA account and select the “File Your Return” option.
16. The applicant will then be taken to the MRA’s e-filing portal. Here the applicant can fill in the necessary forms and submit them to the MRA e-filing portal .
17. Once the applicant has submitted his/her return, he/she will receive a confirmation of filing from the MRA.
18. This will be sent to the applicant email or SMS, depending on their chosen method of payment. Keep this for future reference.
19. Now the applicant has completed the E-Filing and E-Payment of the applicant Personal Income Tax in Mauritius.
20. The processing time for this procedure is 3-5 business days, depending on the complexity of the case.

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Required Documents

• Valid National Identity Card (NIC)
• Certificate of Residence
• TDS Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Tax Return Form (IT1)
• Proof of Payment (Bank Statement or Receipt)
• PAYE Certificate (if applicable)
• Rental Income Statement (if applicable)
• Self-Employment Statement (if applicable)
• Investment Statement (if applicable)

Office Locations & Contacts

Mauritius Revenue Authority  

• Tax Administration -+ 230 207 6000 - [email protected]
• Custom House - Head Office - +230 202 0500 / 01 - [email protected]
• Customs - SSR Arrival - +230 637 6446 - [email protected]
• Customs - PATS - +230 603 2200 / 6800 - [email protected]
• Contact link
• MRA Help Desk on 207 6000 is available during office hours from 08 45 to 16 30 on working days to assist employers to file their ROE.

Eligibility

All individuals earning a taxable income in Mauritius are eligible for E-Filing and E-Payment of Personal Income Tax. This includes self-employed individuals as well as employees.

Fees

A fee for this procedure is has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Validity

This is valid for one year from the date of issue.

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Processing Time

The processing time for this procedure is 3-5 business days, depending on the complexity of the case.

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Instructions

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Required Information

• Employee’s details, including name, address, contact number, and National Identity Card (NIC) number.
• Details of the employer, including name, address, contact number, and registration number.
• Details of the employee’s salary and other income.
• Bank account details
• Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
• Details of any other income (if any)

Need for the Document

• The e-Filing and e-Payment of Personal Income Tax in Mauritius are necessary for a number of reasons.
• It helps to reduce the paperwork associated with filing and paying taxes, as well as making the process more efficient and cost effective.
• It also increases transparency and accuracy of the tax filing process, since taxpayers can view their filing and payment status on the e-Filing platform.
• It is also more secure, as taxpayers can enter their information in a secure environment and payment can be made securely online.

Information which might help

• The Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) has launched an online e-filing and e-payment system for Personal Income Tax in Mauritius. This system allows taxpayers to file their annual income tax returns and make payments electronically.
• The e-filing system is easy to use and is available to individuals, businesses and companies who are required to submit a Mauritius Personal Income Tax return. Taxpayers can access the system online and submit their returns, make payments and obtain refunds electronically.
• The e-payment system allows taxpayers to pay their Personal Income Tax bills from their bank accounts. Payments can be made by credit card, debit card and internet banking facilities.
• The e-filing and e-payment systems are secure and reliable and provide taxpayers with the convenience of filing and paying their taxes online. Taxpayers can also check their filing status and payment history online.
• The MRA also provides an online tax calculator which can be used to estimate the amount of tax payable. The calculator is available on the MRA website and can be used to calculate the amount of tax payable on a given income.

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