taxBytes@iras

The tax filing deadline has been extended to 31 May 2020. Here are some handy guides and tips to help you with tax filing.

New to the Workforce

Fresh to the workforce and feeling lost? Fret not because you can learn more about taxes with our guides below:

1. The Complete Guide to Tax filing
2. What is taxed in Singapore? What is not?
3. Which Taxpayer Are You?

For property owners

If you own a property and are unsure about what to do about your tax filing, refer to our articles below for tips during tax filing season:

1. Guide to Tax Filing for Landlords
2. Weighing it up: Should I opt for the 15% deduction, or claim the actual amount of expenses incurred for my tenanted residential property?

Self-Employed

1. For self-employed insurance agents, real estate agents or remisiers, find out what’s new in YA2020 by checking our guide - What's New for Self-Employed Insurance & Real Estate Agent in 2020.
2. If you're a taxi or private-hire car driver, enjoy greater convenience as IRAS automatically computes your tax deduction this YA2020. To learn more, read our guide - Taxi and Private-Hire Car Drivers: Take a back seat and let IRAS compute your tax deduction.
3. Holding a part-time job or engaged in side gig on top of your day job? You will also be required to file income tax on the income earned. Find out more by reading our guide - What if I hold two jobs.

Claiming tax reliefs

Did you know that you can claim tax reliefs if you’re married or a caregiver to your parents? Find out more about how to save on your tax bill with the guides below:

1. Can I claim Parent Relief?
2. 5 Quick Tips on Parent Relief
3. 8 Questions on Tax Reliefs for Married Couples Answered
4. 5 Fast Facts about the Supplementary Retirement Scheme

Still have questions? Don’t forget to also view our tax filing video guides that have been made available online!

For taxi drivers and private-hire car drivers, we have a specially tailored guide on filing Form B in 8 simple steps.

Find out more when you check out IRAS' Youtube Channel at https://go.gov.sg/taxfilingseason2020.