Tax Resident

[revhappy]

Hi Guys,

I have a question regarding income tax in Singapore. The IRAS website says:

Under our tax residency rules, you will be regarded as a tax resident if you stay or work in Singapore for at least 183 days in a calendar year. The number of days in Singapore include weekends and public holidays

I came to singapore on 1st of July 09 and am employed since then. Now if I go to India for vacation for a week will I be considered a tax resident?

As the website mentions stay or work; even though I am on vacation, i am still on the payroll of Singapore company and will be paid for those days which means I am working in singapore isnt it, So shouldnt I be considered as a tax resident?

Please advice if my interpretation is correct.

Cheers,
Revhappy![/u]

[Strong Eagle]

Generally, yes. You live here. You have lived here long enough. A vacation will not affect your status.

In any event, I assume you will also be here next year. Even if you did not make 183 this year, you would file next year for a tax refund... assuming you spent more than 183 in the two tax years.

[littlegreenman]

Generally, yes. You live here. You have lived here long enough. A vacation will not affect your status.

In any event, I assume you will also be here next year. Even if you did not make 183 this year, you would file next year for a tax refund... assuming you spent more than 183 in the two tax years.

I second that opinion.