On Wednesday 8 th May, we shall have a #URADriftSpace special episode with our partners in development UNRA_UGANDA

We shall be in conversation with the Communications Officer, UNRA Mr Allan Ssempebwa K. on :- “The Status of Uganda’s road network”.

The conversation will kick off at 7pm…

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Dear 𝕰𝖗𝖎𝖈
The concerns about EFRIS's performance and unreliability in its online mode are noted, especially in areas with unstable internet connections. However, it's important to note that the system is designed to cater to online and offline functionalities,…

Good day, Prof. Obed Hunks
Prof. Obed Hunks
The Uganda Revenue Authority has implemented financial declaration procedures at border exits to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. These procedures are legally grounded in Uganda's Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2013.…

Dear Mukama Semei
Mukama Semei
If an invoice has been issued with the wrong Tax Identification Number (TIN), it cannot be cancelled upon request as it has already been recorded in the URA system with that specific TIN. This registration creates a legal and financial record that…

Dear KIBUUKA ERIC
KIBUUKA ERIC
I think that a tax system can be sustainable only if the taxes collected are acceptable to the citizens who receive public services in return.

I believe that unless the tax revenues are used for visible public goods and taxpayer concerns are…

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Masaka venture
I understand your concerns about the condition of Uganda's major roads. However, as an analyst, you must consider the bigger picture of infrastructure development in the region.

The Kapchorwa-Suam Road project is crucial in promoting…

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HEAD PREFECT X HYSKOOL
COLLECTION, ALLOCATION AND APPROPRIATION OF TAX REVENUE
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Just so you know, allocating and managing revenue among different government agencies is essential for transparency and accountability in…

Dear ERIC KIBUUKA ERIC
It is natural to be concerned about how your hard-earned tax contributions are utilised and whether they serve the intended purpose. Uganda Revenue Authority recognises this concern and is committed to its role in diligently collecting the taxes.

It is important to…

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OFFLINE OPTIONS FOR EFRIS
As a country, we face notable challenges related to consistent electricity and internet connectivity. However, the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS) offers adaptable solutions that effectively…

Dear Lusiba Julio
Lusiba Julio
It's natural for entrepreneurs to feel concerned about taxes, especially when it seems like the same goods are being taxed multiple times. However, it's important to understand that the tax system is specifically designed to prevent double…

Good day, Luswa
Luswa
This is what I have been able to gather about your question.
The vehicles that were meant for Uganda but stayed beyond the allowed time in Mombasa are set to be auctioned.

The auction is scheduled to take place 30 days after the announcement was made.…

Dear Muwanga Vanic
Muwanga Vanic
The Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS) was instituted under Section 73A of the Tax Procedures Code Act (2014) and became effective on July 1st, 2018.

However, its implementation was fully realized in January 2021 due to…

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Herbert Cherop Jr
INPUT-OUTPUT VAT EXPLAINED
The Value Added Tax (VAT) is a tax system used by the government to collect taxes. It works by using input and output tax mechanisms. The input tax is the VAT that a business owner or company pays when…

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I understand that taxes can be a burden, and it's normal to question their impact on our finances. However, the Value-Added-Tax (VAT) is essential to our economy. Let me explain its role and why it exists.

In essence, VAT is a way to distribute…

𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝟬𝗠 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀
In an effort to promote transparency and accountability in financial transactions, the government of Uganda has implemented a routine procedure that…

Mid- Western Uganda🌎

Yesterday the URA Fort- Portal domestic Taxes service center crowned the month of April in style with a tax payer engagement workshop that transpired at Tropical Gardens, Kyenjonjo.

Special focus was put on the following; EFRIS processes, VAT, Rental…

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Despite the wide availability of digital payment options such as Visa and Mastercard, there are significant reasons why some individuals still prefer to carry cash.

One primary reason individuals prefer cash is the avoidance of transaction records. The…

Dear Ismail Ismail
Like in many other countries, cash transactions exceeding a specific threshold must be recorded and reported to the relevant authorities while travelling to and from Uganda, regardless of whether they are in domestic or foreign currencies.

If your…