{"id":1876,"date":"2024-12-09T00:52:06","date_gmt":"2024-12-09T06:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peoplecentral.co\/blog\/?p=1876"},"modified":"2025-01-08T01:32:57","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T07:02:57","slug":"how-to-file-your-iras-personal-tax-returns-a-guide-for-2024-25","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/peoplecentral.co\/blog\/how-to-file-your-iras-personal-tax-returns-a-guide-for-2024-25\/","title":{"rendered":"How to File Your IRAS Personal Tax Returns: A Guide for 2024-25"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hello, my fellow taxpayer! While we must endure the messy process of filing our IRAS personal tax returns, I don&#8217;t need to tell you how glamorous this is- that&#8217;s not a word on your to-do list! But do not worry; this guide will take the problem out of the exercise. Kick back with a hot cup of coffee and dive into the basics of IRAS personal tax filing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>IRAS Personal Tax: Steps For A Smoother Filing<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Step 1: Gather The Required Documents<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before anything else, we need to get organized. You will need:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your NRIC or FIN number<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A SingPass to log in to the IRAS portal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Income documents (IR8A, IR8S, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receipts for tax deductions and reliefs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Details of your bank account for tax refunds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Smart tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Prepare a folder (can be digital or physical) to neatly keep that information apparate at one spot. It will pay dividends for your future self!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Also Read:- <a href=\"https:\/\/peoplecentral.co\/blog\/iras-tax-filling-tips\/\">IRAS Tax Filing Tips For Singapore 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 2: Log In to myTax Portal<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your way to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mytax.iras.gov.sg\/login\/selection\"><b>myTax<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> portal from the IRAS website\u00a0 and log in with your SingPass. It is about time if you haven&#8217;t gotten SingPass done yet. It is like having a master key to the great apparatuses of all government services in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 3: Review the Information Automatically Included<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many wonderful things to say about that IRAS has been auto-including so much information. It includes your employment income, CPF contributions, and certain deductions. You should have a careful manual process for this so that you can ensure the correctness of what is contained therein. Flag any discrepancies if you find any here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 4: Declare Additional Income<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you have any side hustles or rental income this year? Maybe you struck it rich at the casino (lucky you!)? Don&#8217;t forget to declare these under &#8220;Other Income&#8221;. Remember, honesty is the best policy when it comes to taxes!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 5: Claim Your Deductions and Reliefs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where you can theoretically reduce your tax bill. Some common deductions and reliefs include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course fees relief<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPF cash top-up relief<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Donation deductions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0NSman relief<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Parent\/handicapped parent relief<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Step 6: Confirm Everything<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you hit that fateful submit button, take a moment to double-check the details. It&#8217;s easier to put things right now than to make amendments afterwards.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 7: Submit Your Return<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a deep breath-you are almost done! As soon as the tax returns come back and everything checks out, go ahead and submit it. Give yourself a pat on the back. You have just conquered the IRAS personal tax filing!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>So, What Happens Next?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After submission, IRAS will process your return and send you a tax bill (also known as a Notice of Assessment) by September. If you&#8217;ve opted for electronic notifications, keep an eye on your email. Otherwise, it&#8217;ll come through to your mailbox the old-fashioned way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe class=\"linkedin\" title=\"Embedded post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/embed\/feed\/update\/urn:li:ugcPost:7266642498217795590\" width=\"504\" height=\"591\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><b>IRAS Personal Tax: Crucial Updates for 2024-25?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s unpack some crucial changes to the existing regime which shall liven up matters in 2025. These changes are made, of course, by the IRAS:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b> Increased Cap on Personal Income Tax Relief:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The personal income tax relief caps have increased from $80,000 to $90,000 per YA. More relief sought through this run-up means any possible reduction in tax payable.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b> Enhanced WMCR:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Working mothers may listen in. The WMCR will get some tweaking in relation to working mothers. Accordingly, one can now claim 25% for the first child, 20% for the second child, and 15% for the third and subsequent children.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b> New Tax on Digital Services:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you are in the domain of digital services, then keep your guard up as there is a new tax in town. Make sure to know how it affects one&#8217;s respective tax returns.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b> Expanded Grandparent Caregiver Relief:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you&#8217;re supporting your parents or grandparents, you may get more generous relief under this scheme.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Also Read:- <a href=\"https:\/\/peoplecentral.co\/blog\/iras-warning-on-phishing-scam\/\">How to Spot and Avoid the Latest IRAS Phishing Scam<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filing your IRAS personal tax return doesn&#8217;t have to be a chore. With a little preparation and this guide by your side, you&#8217;ll be manoeuvring through tax season like a pro. Just remember to stay organized throughout the year since that will make doing taxes so much easier; save those receipts and start thinking about next year!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And hey, now that you have submitted your return, it&#8217;s time for you to treat yourself. After all, you did a national service, and that should certainly give you a reason to celebrate!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy Taxing, Singapore!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello, my fellow taxpayer! While we must endure the messy process of filing our IRAS personal tax returns, I don&#8217;t need to tell you how glamorous this is- that&#8217;s not a word on your to-do list! But do not worry; this guide will take the problem out of the exercise. 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