Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore

The leading tax administration in the world
A partner of taxpayers in nation building and economic development
An eXcellent team of competent and committed people

About the company

As the Taxman of Singapore, we assess, collect and enforce the payment of taxes. We collect a fee from the Government for the provision and administration of the following Acts:

• Income Tax Act;
• Economic Expansion Incentives
• (Relief from Income Tax) Act;
• Property Tax Act;
• Goods & Services Tax Act;
• Betting & Sweepstake Duties Act;
• Private Lotteries Act;
• Stamp Duties Act; and
• Casino Control Act - Part IX (Casino Tax).

We also play a role in tax policy formulation by providing policy inputs, as well as the technical and administrative implications of each policy.

We actively monitor developments in external economic and tax environment to identify areas for policy review and changes aimed at fostering a competitive tax environment that encourages enterprise and growth.

Other non-revenue functions performed by IRAS include representing the government in tax treaty negotiations, advice on property valuation and drafting of tax legislation.