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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

IRS begins receiving income tax returns this Monday; see the main rules

The Federal Revenue Service starts receiving income tax returns for 2026 on Monday, expecting to collect 44 million documents by May 29.

Mar 23 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Edo IRS urges taxpayers to file tax returns before March 31

The Edo State Internal Revenue Service is urging taxpayers to file their annual returns before the March 31 deadline to avoid penalties.

Mar 22 β€’ 18:25 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

More than 180 electric bicycles still in boxes seized in VitΓ³ria after anonymous tip-off

Over 180 new electric bicycles were seized by the State Revenue Service in VitΓ³ria, Brazil, after an anonymous tip-off revealed they were being unloaded at an unregistered establishment.

Mar 21 β€’ 19:38 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

How to declare the Income Tax 2026?

Taxpayers required to declare the 2026 Income Tax can start preparing their declaration this weekend as the necessary software is now available for download.

Mar 21 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

City of SΓ£o Paulo registers record ISS (Service Tax) revenue from events in 2025

The city of SΓ£o Paulo experienced a 672% growth in service tax revenue from events, reaching R$ 323.5 million in 2025.

Mar 20 β€’ 20:07 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

See the main forms of the Income Tax declaration in the new program from the Revenue Service

The new Income Tax program for 2026 is now available for download, enabling taxpayers to correctly file their declarations.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:23 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: RIRS Bans Unauthorized Tax Collection, Orders MDAs to Stop Direct Revenue Drive

The Rivers State Internal Revenue Service has prohibited unauthorized tax collection and directed all MDAs to cease direct revenue collection activities.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:47 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

Danish car-sharing service has achieved its first profit

The Danish car-sharing service GreenMobility generated a revenue of 153.9 million kroner in 2025, marking its first profit since its establishment in 2016.

Mar 19 β€’ 07:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Group suspected of smuggling and corruption involving police in MG is the target of an operation

The Federal Police and the Federal Revenue Service launched Operation Iscariotes to investigate a criminal organization involved in smuggling, money laundering, and corruption in Minas Gerais and beyond.

Mar 18 β€’ 13:31 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FG ends Customs’ 7% FAAC deduction policy

The Nigerian Federal Government has discontinued the 7% cost-of-collection deduction from Federation Account revenues previously allocated to the Customs Service.

Mar 18 β€’ 02:33 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
National & Local

Adjusting regulations for the transfer of the Lottery and Gambling Supervision Inspection to the State Revenue Service

The Latvian government is transferring the oversight of the lottery and gambling sectors to the State Revenue Service to enhance efficiency in tax and financial regulation.

Mar 17 β€’ 11:49 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Despite Increased Transportation Revenue, Financial Support Rises?… 'Seoul City, No Plans for Bus Semi-Public System'

Reports indicate that while financial support for Seoul's semi-public bus system has increased, service quality has declined.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:35 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
Crime & Justice

Estonian citizen to be prosecuted for tax evasion amounting to more than 900,000 euros

An Estonian citizen is facing prosecution in Latvia for tax evasion involving over 900,000 euros, with the State Revenue Service claiming significant material damage.

Mar 17 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
Crime & Justice

Estonian citizen to be tried for tax evasion in Latvia amounting to more than 900,000 euros

An Estonian citizen faces trial in Latvia for evading over 900,000 euros in tax payments, with the State Revenue Service claiming material damages.

Mar 17 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Ogun customs seized N1.35bn contraband in two months -Controller

The Ogun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service seized contraband worth N1.35 billion in two months, marking a significant increase in revenue compared to last year.

Mar 16 β€’ 21:07 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Federal Revenue expects more than 647 thousand declarations in MS; check the rules

The Federal Revenue Service of Brazil anticipates receiving 647,829 Income Tax declarations from the state of Mato Grosso do Sul for 2026, with the submission period starting on March 23 and ending on May 29.

Mar 16 β€’ 20:46 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: see 10 questions and answers about deadlines, changes, and who is required to declare

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has announced new rules and deadlines for the 2026 Income Tax declaration, including changes in how taxpayers can report their information.

Mar 16 β€’ 16:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: know the limits for deductions

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has announced the rules for the 2026 Income Tax, including limits on possible deductions.

Mar 16 β€’ 14:23 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

Latvian Public Media has incurred significant losses in its first year of operation

Latvian Public Media finished its first year with substantial financial losses despite a revenue total of over 52 million euros.

Mar 16 β€’ 12:08 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
Crime & Justice

Prison Sentences Imposed in the Case of the Excise Tax Department Inspectors

Former officials of the State Revenue Service in Latvia have received prison sentences for embezzling goods intended for destruction, including alcohol and cigarettes.

Mar 13 β€’ 21:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Revenue opens a new chapter in the 'Century Thesis'

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has issued a solution regarding the exclusion of ICMS from the PIS and Cofins calculation base, favoring the 'stated ICMS' method over 'effective ICMS' after years of discussion.

Mar 10 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

The task of modernising Nigeria’s tax administration

Nigeria has officially shifted its tax administration from the Federal Inland Revenue Service to the Nigeria Revenue Service, marking a significant modernization aimed at creating a more efficient and citizen-focused tax system.

Mar 5 β€’ 01:45 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Deadline Starts in March and Extends Until May 29

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service is finalizing the details for the 2026 income tax returns, which will open in mid-March and close on May 29, with pre-filled declarations expected to be available at the start of the filing period.

Mar 4 β€’ 11:44 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

SRI: Security Tax on Colombia Does Not Affect Sales Growth

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service reports that national sales increased by 8.6% in February despite the implementation of a security tax on imports from Colombia.

Mar 3 β€’ 21:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders the dismissal of the Federal Police investigation against tax analysts at Guarulhos airport on drug trafficking suspicion

A Brazilian court has dismissed an investigation against tax analysts at Guarulhos airport, concluding they were acting in an authorized operation against drug trafficking.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:10 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FCT-IRS warns against missing March 31 tax deadline

The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service has called on residents to file their personal income tax returns before the March 31, 2026 deadline.

Mar 3 β€’ 00:09 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tizerpatida, smartwatches, perfumes and other products seized by the Federal Revenue in Aracaju

The Federal Revenue service seized around 100 illegally imported goods in Aracaju, Brazil, during an operation aimed at combating contraband.

Mar 2 β€’ 20:51 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Who should declare the Income Tax 2026? See what is known so far about the rules

The deadlines and rules for declaring Brazil's Income Tax for 2026 are expected to be confirmed soon, with an anticipated rise in the income threshold for mandatory declarations.

Mar 2 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

iPhone for R$ 390, Easter egg and vehicles; see items and how to participate in the auction of the Receita in SP

The Federal Revenue Service is holding an electronic auction in SΓ£o Paulo featuring 223 lots, including smartphones, notebooks, and vehicles, with bidding starting on March 9.

Mar 2 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
National & Local

By Monday morning, nearly 210,500 income declarations submitted to VID

As of Monday morning, the State Revenue Service (VID) reported the submission of about 210,500 income declarations, indicating a significant response on the first day of filing.

Mar 2 β€’ 03:40 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the new withholding tax rates that will take effect from March 1

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service has set new withholding tax rates starting March 1, 2026, impacting various income sources.

Feb 28 β€’ 15:45 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Alexandra VillacΓ­s requests the Ministry of Labor and SRI to lift her work ban

Alexandra VillacΓ­s seeks to overturn a public employment ban imposed due to a debt, by requesting information and enabling her work status from the Ministry of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service.

Feb 28 β€’ 14:52 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the available vacancies and salaries at the SRI

The Internal Revenue Service (SRI) of Ecuador has opened competitions for over 70 job vacancies, primarily for tax analysts and agents, with salaries ranging from $817 to $1,760.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:12 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡° DennΓ­k N
National & Local

End of Exceptions: Almost Everyone Must Report Revenue in eKasa

Slovakia's new law requires almost all sellers, including small vendors and service providers, to report their revenues electronically under the eKasa system, effective January.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:46 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

The State Revenue Service has simplified the income declaration form

The State Revenue Service of Latvia has streamlined the 2025 income declaration form, reducing the number of fields and clarifying terminology.

Feb 27 β€’ 06:07 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

MTN Nigeria posts N5.2tn revenue, boosts economy

MTN Nigeria reported a service revenue of N5.2 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year, highlighting its role in supporting national economic development through substantial investments and tax contributions.

Feb 27 β€’ 01:09 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

Created artificial smoke to steal confiscated goods. Behind the scenes of the VID "excise case"

Inspections by Latvia's State Revenue Service (VID) reveal that some officials are manipulating the destruction of confiscated excise goods to embezzle them instead.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:01 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

NRS unveils 2026 revenue roadmap, targets N40.7tn

The National Revenue Service of Nigeria aims to generate N40.7 trillion in revenue for 2026, influenced by federal tax reforms.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:02 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Auction in SP has iPhone 15 starting at R$ 922 and truck for R$ 46 thousand; see how to participate

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has announced a regional auction featuring a range of items, including an iPhone 15 starting at R$ 922, scheduled for March 13 in SΓ£o Paulo.

Feb 25 β€’ 17:11 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 70 vacancies in SRI: merit and opposition competitions will be opened for those residing in these seven provinces

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service (SRI) will open over 70 job vacancies for various positions within its administration, aimed at residents of seven provinces starting February 27.

Feb 25 β€’ 16:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Clarification from the SRI

The Internal Revenue Service (SRI) of Ecuador has issued a clarification regarding the VAT refund for senior citizens in response to a letter published earlier.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Revenue intercepts almost half a ton of cocaine in paper cargo at the Port of Santos

Brazil's Federal Revenue Service seized nearly half a ton of cocaine hidden within a paper cargo at the Port of Santos.

Feb 24 β€’ 15:47 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Customs Vows to Surpass N9trn Target With Automation

The Nigeria Customs Service is aiming to exceed its revenue target of N9 trillion through the automation of licenses and permits.

Feb 24 β€’ 09:46 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
Crime & Justice

VID investigator allegedly illegally acquired a 'Rolex' watch worth 7,000 euros and pawned it

A State Revenue Service investigator in Latvia is under investigation for allegedly illegally acquiring and pawning a Rolex watch worth 7,000 euros.

Feb 23 β€’ 13:41 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Investigation at the Revenue Service Increases Distrust Between STF and Sectors of Lula's Government

Investigations by Brazil's Supreme Court against Revenue Service officials have heightened tensions and distrust between the court's ministers and sectors of President Lula's government.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

The State Revenue Service Explains News About Submitting Annual Income Declarations

The State Revenue Service of Latvia has outlined key updates for citizens regarding the submission of their annual income declarations this year.

Feb 20 β€’ 11:01 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

Can the State Revenue Service collect data about you without initiating an audit? The Supreme Court ruling will not please tax inspectors

The Supreme Court of Latvia questions the authority of the State Revenue Service (VID) to gather data about individuals without formally starting an audit, in a case involving undeclared income from puppy sales.

Feb 19 β€’ 22:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Revenue Service Employee in SP Coast Targeted by Federal Police for Leaking Data of STF Ministers

Public servant Ruth Machado dos Santos is under investigation by Brazil's Federal Police for allegedly leaking confidential data concerning ministers of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) and their families.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Correios admits 'vicious cycle of losses' with loss of customers and revenue

The Brazilian postal service, Correios, acknowledges its ongoing financial struggles resulting from a loss of clients and revenue, as indicated in a recent economic report.

Feb 19 β€’ 07:01 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

Danish service giant wants to give its shareholders a billion gift

Danish service company ISS increased both revenue and profit last year, as revealed in its recently published annual report.

Feb 19 β€’ 06:53 UTC

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