Cabinet Decision No. 39 of 2019, Article 11, lists specific taxes and costs that are non-deductible for income tax purposes. This includes income tax paid within Qatar and any taxes borne by the taxpayer outside the state. Furthermore, income tax paid on behalf of non-residents and indirect taxes that are already refundable or deductible under other laws cannot be subtracted from gross income. This article ensures that tax liabilities themselves are not used to reduce the taxable base, maintaining a clear distinction between operational costs and tax obligations.
SECTION 2 - TAX CALCULATION
Chapter 1 - Taxable Income
Article 11
The following expenses and costs are not deductible:
Income tax paid by the taxpayer within the state and taxes borne by the taxpayer outside the state.
Income tax borne by the taxpayer on behalf of a non-resident.
Indirect taxes that are deductible or refundable according to the provisions of the governing Law.
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