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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Who Should Declare Early and What Are the Advantages?

Declaring Income Tax 2026 early can offer taxpayers benefits, such as receiving refunds sooner, but it also carries the risk of errors that can lead to scrutiny.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

You may have paid HMRC too much tax and not realise - check if you are 'out of pocket'

Experts warn that millions of UK taxpayers may be owed refunds due to errors in PAYE tax codes.

Mar 21 • 16:45 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

5 discounts on basic services and VAT refund that all seniors can claim

In Ecuador, seniors over 65 years old can access various economic benefits to alleviate their financial burden, including VAT refunds and discounts on essential services.

Mar 20 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Year-End Review on the Way: Here are five things you should particularly watch out for

As tax season approaches in Denmark, citizens are reminded about the process of receiving refunds or owing taxes based on previous payments.

Mar 20 • 05:48 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

What you should pay attention to when checking your annual tax return

The article discusses the yearly tax refund process in Denmark, highlighting the amounts returned and owed by citizens.

Mar 20 • 05:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Some will get thousands back, others will remain in debt: VMI explains why this happens

The Lithuanian tax authority explains discrepancies in income tax refunds, highlighting that individual circumstances dictate whether a taxpayer receives money back or has to pay additional taxes.

Mar 19 • 06:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The VMI Sends a Message to Residents – Begins the Refund of Excess Individual Income Tax Payments

The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) is starting to refund excess individual income taxes to residents’ designated bank accounts, urging taxpayers to verify their declarations.

Mar 19 • 06:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

English and Scottish households could get '£1,000s back' with Martin Lewis check

Martin Lewis encourages English and Scottish households to check their Council Tax band, as many may be owed refunds due to being overcharged.

Mar 17 • 11:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Learn how to increase the refund of Income Tax 2026

The article provides tips for Brazilian taxpayers on maximizing their Income Tax refunds for the 2026 filing season by utilizing deductions and ensuring accurate reporting.

Mar 17 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Those who send the declaration by May 10 can enter the first lot of Income Tax

Taxpayers who submit their Income Tax declaration by May 10 will have priority for refunds in the first batch set for May 29.

Mar 16 • 19:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Declaration of bets, superlot of refunds, and alerts from the fine mesh: the news of Income Tax

The 2026 Income Tax declaration features changes regarding reimbursement payments, alerts for the tax compliance system, and a specific section for bet winnings.

Mar 16 • 15:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: IRS will have 'cashback' for those who had withholdings last year but did not file a declaration

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Secretary announced a new 'cashback' initiative for taxpayers with withholdings who failed to file their income tax returns in 2025.

Mar 16 • 13:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

IRS will have cashback from income tax refunds; see the news about Income Tax 2026

The Brazilian IRS announced an early payment and a special 'cashback' initiative for those who didn't have to declare income in 2026 but had tax withheld in 2025.

Mar 16 • 12:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Refunds will be paid in four batches this year, first at the end of May

The Brazilian Federal Revenue published the rules for the 2026 Income Tax, outlining the refund schedule and prioritization criteria for taxpayers.

Mar 16 • 12:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The IRS will refund an average of $4,151 this year, but 2026 tax refunds will not be the same for everyone

The IRS is set to issue an average refund of $4,151 this tax season, although 2026 refunds may vary significantly among taxpayers due to recent legislative changes.

Mar 15 • 23:12 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Voluntary tax return helps students reclaim deducted tax

Students in Slovakia can reclaim deducted tax by filing a voluntary tax return, which is necessary as refunds are not automatically issued by the government or employers.

Mar 11 • 11:57 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Average tax refund tops $3,700 midway through filing season, Treasury says

Taxpayers have received an average tax refund of over $3,700 as the filing season reaches its midpoint, with the Trump administration attributing this increase to new tax breaks.

Mar 10 • 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is happening with the IRS refund: common mistakes during the tax season in the USA.

The article discusses common errors taxpayers make during the U.S. tax season and the associated delays in receiving IRS refunds.

Mar 9 • 19:02 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The first tax returns are being sent out now: – Check carefully

Norwegians are advised to carefully check their tax returns being sent out, as 2.7 million are expected to receive tax refunds this year.

Mar 9 • 05:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

These allowances guarantee a large tax refund. [LIST] We explain how to take advantage of them

The article discusses the importance of understanding available tax deductions and allowances in Poland, urging taxpayers to review their annual tax returns to maximize refunds.

Mar 8 • 05:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Medical expenses can increase income tax refund; understand how not to fall into the fine mesh

Including healthcare expenses in the 2026 income tax declaration may increase refunds or reduce taxes owed, but caution is advised due to the high incidence of audits associated with these claims.

Mar 6 • 07:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Many receive less back on taxes: 'Could be a cold shower'

Many Swedes are facing smaller tax refunds this year due to a halving of the interest deduction on unsecured loans.

Mar 4 • 06:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

See the documentation to declare Income Tax in the first days

Taxpayers in Brazil can begin organizing documents to file their 2026 income tax declaration starting March 16, with early filers potentially receiving refunds sooner.

Mar 3 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

With the start of income declaration, news from VMI: announces what overpayments can be refunded

Lithuanian residents must declare their income by May 4, 2026, with various specific criteria for who is required to do so.

Mar 2 • 09:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maranhão State Finance Department audits ICMS credits and refunds R$ 3.5 billion in MA

The Maranhão State Finance Department is auditing ICMS credits declared by companies in the state, resulting in more than R$ 3.5 billion refunds due to inconsistencies.

Feb 28 • 11:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Treasury pays over R$ 500 million in residual tax refund; see who receives

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has initiated payments of over R$ 500 million in tax refunds to various priority and non-priority contributors.

Feb 27 • 15:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The VMI notice for those declaring their income: when to expect your money

The Lithuanian tax authority (VMI) has informed taxpayers that refunds for overpaid income tax will begin in March for those who have submitted their declarations accurately.

Feb 27 • 09:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

From March 1, residents will be able to submit income declarations to the VID; this year there may also be no tax reimbursement

Starting March 1, Latvian residents can submit their income declarations, with changes suggesting that tax reimbursements may not occur this year as in previous years.

Feb 27 • 02:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Trump Administration Considers 'Bed Tax' Strategy to Prevent Tariff Refunds

The Trump administration is exploring legal and administrative tactics to delay or reduce tariff refunds demanded by businesses following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated certain tariffs.

Feb 26 • 21:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Valuable Return in Personal Income Tax. Key Provision in Disability Ruling

The article discusses the impact of disability rulings on tax refunds under rehabilitation allowances in Poland.

Feb 25 • 08:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Tax and Customs Board Faces a Flood of Income Declarations

Estonia's Tax and Customs Board has received approximately 479,000 income declarations, leading to over 145 million euros in refunds and an additional 17 million euros due in income tax.

Feb 25 • 07:52 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Seniors with pensions up to 1000 euros will no longer need to recover tax refunds

Non-working seniors with pensions up to 1000 euros are no longer required to recover tax overpayments, including medical expenses.

Feb 25 • 06:18 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Tax filing season is here. What you need to know to get the most money back

Canada's tax season has begun, urging filers to start preparing early to maximize refunds and navigate important deadlines.

Feb 24 • 18:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 700 taxpayers in Acre will receive residual income tax refund in February

Over 700 taxpayers in Acre, Brazil, are set to receive a total of R$ 1.7 million in tax refunds as part of the February 2026 Income Tax return process.

Feb 24 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Fill out this form on Monday – you might receive your tax refunds earlier

Monday is the last day to report 2025 income and deductions in advance using OmaVero for a quicker tax refund processing.

Feb 23 • 06:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The Tax Agency's New Service: Calculate Your Tax Refund Now

The Swedish Tax Agency has introduced a new online service for taxpayers to estimate their tax refunds ahead of the annual declaration period that begins in March.

Feb 22 • 19:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC says 'wait until this date' over pensions tax major errors

HMRC advises pensioners to wait until the end of the tax year to reclaim overpaid tax on pensions, following inquiries about tax refunds.

Feb 20 • 22:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

IRS opens consultation for residual lot of income tax that will pay R$ 578.97 million

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has opened consultations for a residual batch of income tax refunds totaling R$ 578.97 million, with payments scheduled for February 27, 2026.

Feb 20 • 14:15 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Students and pensioners can get their taxes back, parents a higher child bonus, and 2 percent of tax

This article outlines the tax benefits for students, pensioners, and parents in Slovakia, including the potential for tax refunds and higher child bonuses.

Feb 19 • 16:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

With this tip, you can get more money back from the tax office

Swedbank estimates that despite recent tax relief cuts, some individuals may receive larger tax refunds this year due to changes in income declarations.

Feb 19 • 07:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

How to Get Your Tax Refunds Earlier

The Finnish Tax Administration advises submitting tax information online by February 23, 2025, to expedite processing.

Feb 17 • 07:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Fake tax refunds: How to recognize trap emails

The article warns readers about fraudulent emails pretending to offer tax refunds, detailing their common characteristics and how to identify them.

Feb 17 • 04:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tax refund: the drastic warning from the IRS about the end of paper checks that will impact millions

The IRS is transitioning to electronic payments and significantly reducing the issuance of paper checks for tax refunds starting in the 2026 tax season.

Feb 16 • 20:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Income Tax for 2025: How Long to Wait for a Refund? This Way You Will Receive Your Transfer Faster

The article discusses the deadlines and methods for submitting income tax returns for the year 2025 in Poland and how these affect the speed of tax refunds.

Feb 16 • 15:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Did you buy a coffee machine with a tax refund? It may have affected Australia’s interest rate

Australians using tax refunds to purchase consumer goods has influenced rising inflation and interest rates, prompting actions by the Reserve Bank.

Feb 14 • 19:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC says people are owed cash back - how to claim

HMRC reminds the public to check for potential tax refunds they may be owed due to overpayment.

Feb 14 • 03:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Scam Alert: SRI Never Sends Messages or Emails for Alleged Refunds

The Ecuadorian tax authority (SRI) warns the public about fake messages regarding refunds aimed at scamming people.

Feb 13 • 18:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Start of e-PIT is near. Can I settle before February 15? How to get a tax refund faster?

The e-PIT system will start on February 15, allowing some taxpayers to file their declarations earlier and expedite tax refunds.

Feb 13 • 13:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tax refund for migrants in the U.S.: recent updates and IRS dates for 2026

The article discusses the recent updates on tax refunds for migrants in the U.S., including important IRS deadlines for the 2026 tax season.

Feb 11 • 16:47 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where is my refund? The IRS confirms payments that will arrive starting March 2 in the U.S.

The IRS has confirmed that certain tax refund payments will begin arriving on March 2, but some taxpayers may experience delays if they applied for specific credits.

Feb 10 • 23:00 UTC

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