The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) maintains that 30 June remains the official deadline for submitting individual income tax returns, urging taxpayers to file without delay.
Speaking on the matter, Tonateni Shidhudhu, NamRA’s Manager for Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagements, said the date is fixed by law and has consistently marked the close of the tax filing period.
“We encourage all taxpayers who have received their PAYE 5 certificates from their employers to submit their returns without delay. You can do so by using our digital platform, ITAS — the Integrated Tax Administration System,” Shidhudhu said.
He added that taxpayers may also submit their returns at any NamRA office across the country.
In response to increased demand, NamRA has extended its reach through mobile service points, covering towns, villages and shopping centres.
“This month has indeed been a busy one for us at NamRA. Our offices have experienced high volumes of visitors, and to increase access, we extended our services across the country,” Shidhudhu said.
He emphasised that filing is not merely administrative, but a legal duty that enables NamRA to ensure accurate tax compliance.
“Filing your tax return is not just a formality — it is a legal obligation and a critical step that allows NamRA, as the collector of revenue, to assess whether the correct amount of tax was deducted during the financial year,” he said.
While acknowledging public requests for an extension, NamRA stated that no such decision has been made.
“We have also noted the public calls for an extension of the deadline. As it stands, no extension has been granted, but should there be any change, NamRA will communicate officially and promptly,” Shidhudhu added.
The agency encouraged all eligible individuals to file their returns by the end of the day to avoid potential penalties or non-compliance.
