- The Ministry of Finance in Taiwan has introduced tax incentives for small businesses that adopt mobile payments.
- Small businesses that adopt mobile payments can be exempt from the standard requirements for issuing unified invoices and can receive a tax rate of 1% if their monthly sales exceed 200,000 NTD.
- The adoption of mobile payments by small businesses has increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as it reduces contact with consumers and allows for different payment methods.
- To be eligible for the tax incentives, small businesses must accept payments through smart mobile devices, apply through authorized mobile payment providers, and agree to provide sales data to the tax authorities.
- The tax incentives are applicable until December 31, 2025.
- The Kaohsiung National Tax Bureau provides examples of businesses that have benefited from the tax incentives, such as a bakery that saw increased sales after adopting mobile payments.
- The bureau encourages businesses to display mobile payment logos and actively promote the use of mobile payment devices at checkout.
- Small businesses that have not yet adopted mobile payments are encouraged to consider the benefits and apply for the tax incentives.
- For inquiries or assistance, individuals can contact the bureau’s toll-free service hotline or visit their website.
Source: mof.gov.tw
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