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The Tax Administration of Kosovo (TAK) has warned all natural and legal persons that withholding tax is not optional. It is a legal obligation.
In an official notice released Tuesday, TAK emphasized that individuals and businesses are required to withhold tax on payments made for:
- Salaries and pensions
- Interest
- Property rights
- Rent
- Special categories
- Payments made to non-residents
Failure to comply will trigger administrative penalties, TAK warned.
Targeting Non-Compliant Taxpayers
TAK stated that its enforcement activities will increasingly focus on those failing to withhold taxes, as Kosovo’s tax laws require. The agency has committed to stepping up audits and penalties for non-compliance.
“This is not just about enforcement,” said a TAK spokesperson. “It’s about ensuring fairness in the system and funding vital public services.”
Call for Compliance and Voluntary Correction
TAK is urging taxpayers to:
- Review and correct any past declarations
- Withhold taxes properly on all applicable payments
- Fulfill all obligations under Kosovo’s tax legislation
Why It Matters: The Public Impact of Tax Compliance
Beyond legal compliance, the notice emphasized that withholding and paying taxes is a civic responsibility that sustains government operations.
“By paying taxes, you contribute directly to financing essential government programs,” the notice read. These include:
- Education
- Healthcare and social welfare
- Legal protection and public security
- Infrastructure development
“Paying the tax ensures stability of the economy in the country,” TAK concluded.
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