If you’ve received a text message from the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) stating “IIT Paying-in-slip Generated,” you might initially think it’s a scam. However, in most cases, it’s not. This message typically means that your phone number or email has been officially registered with the IRD.
What Should You Do?
- Log in to E-Services: Visit the IRD’s e-services portal and log in to your account.
- Retrieve Your PIN: If you haven’t done so already, you’ll need to obtain your Personal Identification Number (PIN).
How to Obtain Your PIN
- Visit the E-Service Page: Navigate to the e-service page and select the option to obtain your PIN.
- Receive an Email: You will receive an email with a PDF attachment containing your PIN for the first-time login. This PDF is password-protected.
- Password for the PDF: The password is usually the first two digits of the date and month (e.g., for October 5th, it would be 0510) combined with the last five characters of your reference number, which is your tax identification number.
- Set Up a New PIN: Once you have accessed the PDF, set up a new PIN for future logins.
Managing Your Tax Portal
After setting up your new PIN, you can log in to the tax portal, known as RAMIS (The Revenue Administration Management Information System), to manage all your tax returns, payments, and tax clearances. Here, you can view any outstanding amounts due to the tax department, whether it’s a tax return or a payment.
What Should You Do Next?
- Self-Assessment: If you are confident in calculating your tax based on your income, you can lodge your own return.
- Seek Professional Help: If you’re unsure, it’s always best to get support from a registered tax agent who can handle this for you.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your interactions with the IRD are secure and efficient. If you have any doubts, always verify the authenticity of the message through official channels.
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