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What are International Taxes Involving Cross-border Transactions?

As businesses expand into new markets, they encounter challenges related to international tax. The interplay of international tax with domestic tax can be complex and differ from one country to another. Companies must understand how to comply with domestic tax laws read with international tax DTAA treaties, manage transfer pricing, and adapt to ever evolving tax regulations.

International taxes encompass a wide range of knowledge services, including corporate Income tax structuring, Tax Treaty interpretation, tax treatment of outbound and inbound cross border transactions, withholding tax, compliance, and Form 15CA/CB issuance. An effectively managed international tax structure does more than maintain compliance, it saves costs, avoids double taxation, increases transparency, and improves worldwide competitiveness.

International Taxation for International Businesses

The demand for transparency in cross-border transactions has intensified, driven by evolving international tax standards and regulatory frameworks such as the OECD’s BEPS action plan. This change has led to more reporting obligations for clients particularly in the areas like transfer pricing, country-by-country reporting, and controlled foreign company regulations.

Our international tax service team is well equipped to support businesses in India with compliance requirement for Indian operations as well as cross-border operations. By analysing the respective tax obligations, we assist our clients remain compliant while effectively managing their international tax compliance risks.

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The Stratrich Advantage

The Stratrich Advantage

International taxation is complex, dynamic, and commonly subject to ongoing legislative change. Stratrich simplifies and defines this complexity. The Stratrich advantage guarantees:

  • Efficient Cross-Border Structuring - We help design and structure your international transactions for optimal tax efficiency and operational synergy.
  • Expert DTAA Interpretation - Our specialists provide clear interpretation and application of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) to prevent dual taxation.
  • Comprehensive Withholding Tax Management - We manage all aspects of your withholding tax obligations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Dual-Regime Compliance - We ensure your business adheres to all relevant tax laws, both in India and in foreign jurisdictions.
  • End-to-End Support - Our service is holistic, ranging from strategic advisory to active representation before tax authorities.
  • Future-Ready Operations - We ensure your international business is not only compliant today but also strategically positioned for future growth and regulatory changes.

Key International Taxation Services

Cross-Border Tax Advisory

International tax guidance, cross-border transaction tax advisory, BEPS (Pillar 1 & 2) impact, GAAR Services, and international tax planning. We also help in selecting the best possible business form for India from a tax and regulatory viewpoint.

Double Taxation Avoidance (DTAA) Advisory

Professional support in implementing and understanding bilateral tax treaties for avoiding double taxation. We guide on income characterisation, PE exposure, PE determination & safeguard advisory, and Multilateral Instrument (MLI) implications.

Withholding Tax and Remittance Compliance

Foreign remittance advisory, such as issuing Form 15CA/CB, lower withholding tax certificates, and adherence to the TDS provisions for payments made to non-residents.

Expatriate Taxation Services

Expert assistance to expatriates employed in India, including calculation of tax, filing of return, application of PAN, registration at FRRO, and certification of income tax clearance.

Representation before Tax Authorities

Representation before the Authority for Advance Rulings (AAR) and concerned authorities to clarify international tax issues and reconcile interpretational differences in an effective manner.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

International Taxation refers to the set of tax rules, principles, and practices that govern how income and assets are taxed when they cross national borders.

International taxation deals with how countries tax income earned across borders, deciding which country — source or residence — has taxing rights. It aims to avoid double taxation through treaties (DTAAs), using methods like tax credits or exemptions.

International tax services benefit businesses by helping them navigate complex Domestic tax laws, analyse DTAA benefits, and develop global tax strategies, ultimately impacting their operations and profitability.

DTAA refers to the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement. It is a treaty between two countries to prevent double taxation on the same income of an individual or an entity.

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