Tax Clearance Certificate
Complete guide to tax clearance certificates in Nepal - legal requirements, uses, and how to obtain them
A Tax Clearance Certificate is an official document issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) of Nepal that certifies an individual or entity has fulfilled their tax obligations up to a specific date.
This certificate serves as proof that you have no outstanding tax liabilities and are compliant with Nepal's tax laws and regulations.
Government & Legal Purposes
- Passport application and renewal
- Visa applications for foreign travel
- Government job applications
- Government contract bidding
- Property registration and transfer
- Vehicle registration and transfer
Business & Financial
- Company registration and renewal
- Bank loan applications
- Import/Export license applications
- Foreign investment approvals
- Professional license renewals
- Insurance policy applications
Educational Purposes
- • Scholarship applications
- • Foreign education admissions
- • Student visa applications
- • Educational loan applications
Employment
- • Private sector job applications
- • Work permit applications
- • Employment visa processing
- • Professional certifications
Legal Proceedings
- • Court case proceedings
- • Legal document verification
- • Inheritance claims
- • Divorce proceedings
Individuals
- Salaried employees
- Business owners
- Freelancers and consultants
- Property owners
- Share traders and investors
Entities
- Private companies
- Partnerships
- NGOs and INGOs
- Cooperatives
- Trusts and foundations
The requirement for tax clearance certificates is established under various Nepal laws:
- • Income Tax Act, 2058 (2002) - Primary legislation governing income tax
- • Value Added Tax Act, 2052 (1996) - VAT compliance requirements
- • Passport Act, 2024 (1967) - Passport application requirements
- • Company Act, 2063 (2006) - Corporate compliance requirements
- • Foreign Exchange Regulation Act, 2019 (1962) - Foreign exchange transactions
Validity Period
Standard Validity
6 months from issue date
Special Cases
May vary based on purpose
Renewal Process
- • Must be renewed before expiry
- • Updated tax compliance verification
- • Additional documentation may be required
- • Processing time: 3-5 working days
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• Tax clearance certificates are mandatory for many legal procedures in Nepal
• Failure to obtain required certificates may result in delays or rejection of applications
• Always ensure your tax obligations are up to date before applying
• Certificates must be current and valid for the intended purpose
• Consult with tax professionals for complex cases
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