Feb 15 • 22:00 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina Clarin (ES)

The Law of Tax Innocence: A Legal Bolt Contributing to Economic Growth

The Tax Innocence Law in Argentina has sparked discussions around its practical implications and potential economic benefits, likened to a permanent whitewashing measure.

The Tax Innocence Law in Argentina has generated a variety of interpretations regarding its actual implementation and the fulfillment of its objectives, which has led many to view it as a form of permanent tax amnesty. This law requires taxpayers to comply with a simplified regime of the Income Tax, which is set to be in effect from the fiscal period of 2025. By adhering to this regime, taxpayers can benefit from a waiver of payment for the base period (2025) and gain presumption of accuracy for non-prescript periods, essentially 'locking' their tax status going forward.

In essence, the law allows taxpayers to commit to good tax conduct in the future while providing the tax authority a degree of amnesty for past discrepancies, provided no significant inconsistencies are found. If the tax authority detects such discrepancies, it may issue a pro forma declaration which the taxpayer can either accept or modify based on missing data, such as calculating their gross income. This could facilitate compliance and ensure that more taxpayers enter into the formal economy, which in the long run could enhance revenue collection for the government.

The implications of this law are multifaceted. On one hand, it may encourage compliance from previously reluctant taxpayers, integrating them into the formal economy. On the other hand, critics argue it could undermine the integrity of the tax system, treating past tax evaders benignly and possibly leading to perceptions of inequality among taxpayers who consistently meet their obligations. As the law is set to take effect for 2025, ongoing discussions will likely address its effectiveness and the real impact on Argentina's economy.

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