Tax Amnesty Research Articles

Experience in conducting tax amnesty in developing countries before the introduction of automatic exchange of tax information

The author provides a detailed overview of an article that examines tax amnesty programs within the framework of international tax initiatives like the BEPS Action Plan and the Common Reporting Standard (CRS). The article argues that the integration of these global initiatives and domestic tax amnesties has complex and far-reaching implications for taxpayer behavior, government revenue, and fiscal policy at large. The key themes of the article focus on global tax initiatives, the effectiveness of tax amnesties, the criteria for a successful amnesty program, and their ethical and social implications. The article underscores the transformative role of global frameworks like CRS and BEPS in tax enforcement, pointing to unprecedented levels of transparency and international cooperation. While the short-term revenue boosts from tax amnesties are acknowledged, the article argues that the long-term impacts of these programs on tax compliance and fiscal integrity are less certain. This makes the article’s detailed set of conditions for an effective tax amnesty program particularly valuable for policymakers. The ethical and social implications of tax amnesties are also explored, emphasizing that public trust is crucial for the success of these programs.
 In terms of methodology, the article combines qualitative analysis with empirical data, such as the OECD survey conducted in 2015, to build its arguments. Its comprehensive approach integrates perspectives from economics, law, and political science, making the findings relevant for a broad audience.
 In conclusion, the article is a significant contribution to the growing body of literature on tax policy and international cooperation. It offers a nuanced understanding of how domestic tax amnesties interact synergistically with global tax initiatives to impact compliance and revenue collection.

Examination of Populist Discourses on Tax Amnesty within the Framework of Changing Institutional Logic over a 100-year Period: 1923-2023

Tarihsel süreç içerisinde değerlendirildiğinde vergi kanunları ekonomik ve siyasi duruma göre yenilenirken zaman içerisinde devletin veya mükelleflerin karşılaştıkları zorlukların aşılması amaçlanmıştır. Cumhuriyet tarihi boyunca farklı alanlarda faaliyet gösteren mükelleflerin vergi cezalarının vergi afları müessesesi ile ödemesinin kolaylaştırıldığı veya azaltıldığı görülmektedir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, vergi aflarının kapsamlarının kurumsal rasyonalizm veya popülizm nedeni ile mi ortaya çıktığının tespit edilmesidir. Bu amaç doğrultusunda, Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Devletinin 1923-2023 yılları arasında sahip olduğu kurumsal mantık dönemlerinde, çıkartılan 40 vergi affının kanunlaşması sırasında kayda alınan meclis tutanakları, hükümetlerin vergi aflarına ilişkin popülist söylemlerinin belirlenmesi için içerik analizine tabi tutularak incelenmiş; vergi aflarının ait olduğu dönemin mantığını taşıyan popülist politikalar doğrultusunda çıkartıldığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Bununla birlikte, devletçi mantık, liberal mantık ve serbest piyasa mantığı dönemlerinin her birinde üç farklı popülizm türü belirlenmiştir. Bu dönemlere ek olarak, mükellef odaklı piyasa mantığı olarak tanımlanan 2002 yılından sonraki dönemde çoğunlukla milli irade popülizmini yansıtan ifadelerin olduğu tespit edilmiştir.

The Role of Information Technology in Increasing the Effectiveness of Taxation at the Jakarta Kemayoran Pratama Tax Service Office

This study discusses the effectiveness of the use of Information Technology in improving the tax system at the Tax Office pratama jakarta kemayoran. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of the use of Information Technology in improvin g the tax system at the Tax Office Pratama Jakarta Kemayoran, analyze the entity inhibiting the effectiveness of the use of Information Technology in improving the tax system at the Tax Office Pratama Jakarta Kemayoran and analyze the entity driving the effectiveness of the use of Information Technology in improving the tax system at the Tax Office Pratama Jakarta Kemayoran. The research methods used for this study are descriptive qualitative. Data collection using observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of this research for KPP Pratama Jakarta Kemayoran prepare the availability of computer units in accordance with service needs. It can be said that the effectiveness of the service is due to the availability of 7 units of computers and can be used by wp itself. the system and mechanism of taxpayer database storage is very confidential and only located at the DGT headquarters. to improve the effectiveness of taxation using several programs, software, and applications including: service TPT program, tax amnesty program, voluntary disclosure program (PPS), etc. The obstacles faced are from the taxation of this online system, because there are still taxpayers who do not understand the online system of taxation from the way it operates so that it can take time to learn things related to taxation. Efforts that can be done is to continue to improve performance, especially in terms of delivering comprehensive education and socialization so that taxpayers can know well the latest information, especially taxation.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Disclosure, Internationalization and Tax Avoidance: Evidence from Indonesia

This research aims to explore the association between corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosure, internationalization and tax avoidance of manufacturing companies in Indonesia during (2013-2015). The three-year-period was chosen to represent the last three years before the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) guidelines, which are used to measure the CSR disclosure, transitioned to GRI Standards, which are more structured, flexible and dynamic. Under the GRI guidelines regime, we expected to document the associations among the three main variables before significant impacts of several events on reporting, such as the transition to new standards, the launch of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the implementation of tax amnesty in Indonesia in 2016. Empirical analyses were conducted on a sample comprising 153 firm-year observations. Relationships between CSR disclosure and tax avoidance, internationalization and tax avoidance and the moderating role of internationalization were examined using multiple regression analyses, whereas t-test analysis was used to find any significant differences in each association. The results indicated that CSR disclosure positively affects tax avoidance. Meanwhile, internationalization has no effect on tax avoidance and has no moderating role in the positive relationship between CSR disclosure and tax avoidance. This study is among the early research studies which provide evidence from Indonesia, as one of the G20 countries, investigating the associations among CSR disclosure, internationalization and tax avoidance, as well as the moderating role of internationalization, which has not been given much attention in the literature.

Investigating the Role of Tax Consultant in Urgencies of Voluntary Disclosure Program 2022

The government has made numerous attempts to raise tax revenues in response to the Covid 19 outbreak, either by enhancing or perfecting tax laws. The Voluntary Disclosure Program (PPS) is one of the government's policies. PPS is sometimes referred to Tax Amnesty Volume II. This study intends to investigate the influence of PPS policy on perceptions of taxpayer compliance and the function of tax consultants as a moderating factor. Primary data were collected randomly through the distribution of online questionnaires and obtained 33 respondents as samples. The data analysis technique used is the Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) interaction test. The test results prove that the PPS policy has a positive effect on the perception of taxpayer compliance and the role of the Tax Consultant is proven as a moderating variable that strengthens the relationship. The results of the study are expected to provide an empirical contribution to the taxation policies taken by the government so that they can be used as evaluation materials to innovate and educate the public in improving tax compliance and state revenues.

Pengaruh Sanksi Perpajakan, Tax Amnesty, dan Pemahaman Perpajakan terhadap Kepatuhan Wajib Pajak:

This study aims to examine the effect of tax sanctions, tax amnesty, and understanding of taxation on taxpayer compliance. The population in this study were all taxpayers who were registered at the Pratama Kebayoran Baru Satu Jakarta Selatan II Tax Service Office (KPP). Sampling in this study used the technique of distributing questionnaires directly to taxpayers in hardcopy and google form which found as many as 118 respondents. Processing and testing of data using the SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Science) program version 25. The results obtained in this study indicate that tax sanctions, tax amnesty, and understanding of taxation have a positive and significant effect on taxpayer compliance.
 Keywords: tax sanctions, tax amnesty, understanding of taxation, taxpayer compliance.

Pemanfaatan AEOI untuk Meningkatkan Kepatuhan Wajib Pajak High Wealth Individual dalam Program Pengungkapan Sukarela

Utilization of Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) data is expected to be able to encourage taxpayers are willing to take part in the Voluntary Disclosure Program (PPS) by disclosing assets that have never been reported in the Annual Tax Return or Tax Amnesty. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of AEOI in increasing High Wealth Individual (HWI) Taxpayer compliance during the PPS period at KPP X. This research is important to do because there are differences in the results between research conducted before and after the period of utilization of AEOI data by DGT starting in 2020. In addition, AEOI data, which is considered to be able to improve tax compliance, has several challenges in its utilization, namely data synchronization and rejection by taxpayers. The effectiveness of data utilization is measured using the CIPP Evaluation Model. This research is qualitative with a case study approach. Data collection was carried out through interviews with Account Representatives (AR) and analyzing the data and reports provided by KPP X. The results showed that there were several obstacles in the utilization of AEOI data, especially the accuracy of the data which required adjustments. Utilization of AEOI data effectively increases the participation of HWI Taxpayer in PPS. The tax paid by HWI Taxpayer who has AEOI data is higher than HWI Taxpayer who does not have AEOI data. This success was influenced by several factors, namely synergy and support from colleagues; high tax awareness and ability to pay and concrete power of AEOI data.

Amnesty And Tax

The aim of this study is to determine the extent to which tax amnesty provides relief from administrative fines linked to motor vehicle taxes. The descriptive research technique chooses to use analysis with a qualitative approach before making conclusions. Tables and diagrams are used to depict the realization of motor vehicle tax income before and after the tax amnesty. The results of the survey show that because of the Amnesty tax relief program, more people in the city of Bandung are aware of paying motor vehicle taxes. This tax amnesty program also raises the original regional revenue in the motor vehicle tax sector until the predetermined objective is reached.

THE PRINCIPLE OF ULTIMUM REMEDIUM IN CRIMINAL TAX MATTERS

This research examines various aspects related to tax violations in Indonesia, focusing on the legal regulations governing tax violations, corporate accountability in tax criminal actions, and the use of criminal sanctions as the ultimum remedium. This research employs a normative legal research method, referring to secondary data sources consisting of relevant primary and secondary legal materials. The findings of this study conclude that tax violations can be categorized into two groups, namely negligence and intentional violations, corporations can be held criminally accountable in cases of tax violations, and criminal sanctions in taxation are considered a last resort in tax enforcement. As recommendations, this research proposes the development of a tax amnesty policy, increased tax education and awareness, as well as regular audits and enhanced transparency in tax reporting as efforts to ensure better tax compliance.

FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI WAJIB PAJAK ORANG PRIBADI DALAM MENGIKUTI TAX AMNESTY PADA KANTOR PELAYANAN PAJAK PRATAMA KUPANG

This study aims to determine the effect of socialization of taxation, tax rates, tax sanctions, and ease of application on the wishes of individual taxpayers to participate in tax amnesty at KPP Pratama Kupang. The type of research used was a survey. The population for this study was WPOP who had participated in tax amnesty volumes I and II at KPP Pratama Kupang, and sampling used an incidental/accidental sampling technique to obtain 50 WPOP used as research samples. The data collection technique used a questionnaire which was then analyzed using multiple linear regression analysis to analyze the influence of tax socialization variables, tax rates, tax sanctions, and ease of application. The results of the study show that tax socialization hurts the desire of taxpayers to participate in tax amnesty, tax rates have a positive influence on the desire of taxpayers to participate in tax amnesty, tax sanctions have a positive effect on the desire of taxpayers to participate in tax amnesty and the ease of application has a positive effect on the willingness of taxpayers to participate in tax amnesty

ANALISIS FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KEPATUHAN WAJIB PAJAK ORANG PRIBADI PADA KPP PRATAMA BATAM SELATAN

The author's research is to evaluate the compliance level of individual taxpayers in Batam City. by utilizing the variable tax amnesty and tax socialization Using a quantitative approach, this research is indicated as a causal associative research. This study aims to provide and understand the relationship between the variables involved, as measured by a numerical scale. The data collection method uses a questionnaire and distributes it to all individual taxpayers and the number of samples in this study is 100 personal taxpayers registered at KPP Pratama South Batam. Statistical test results show that tax amnesty has a positive effect on taxpayer compliance and tax socialization has a positive effect on taxpayer compliance. Statistical test results show that tax amnesty and tax socialization produce an Fcount of 22.665 and a significance of 0.00. Therefore, the test results show that tax amnesty and tax socialization have a simultaneous effect on individual taxpayer compliance.

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Tax Compliance and the Fight Against Corruption in Nigeria

Purpose: The study seeks to investigate has the FIRS done to improve tax compliance and understand the effects of FIRS reforms had on tax compliance and the fight against corruption in Nigeria's tax system. Theoretical Framework: This study is situated within the context of Institutional Theory. The Federal Inland Revenue Service is a government institution saddled with the responsibility of collecting government internally generated revenue in Nigeria. Design/Methodology/Approach: The design of the study is descriptive and historical research design. Data for this study were collected from secondary sources like textbooks, journal articles and internet sources while content analysis was used to analyse the data collected. Findings: The findings of this study shows that FIRS has ratified a number of international agreements, including the Global Forum on Transparency and agreements to prevent double taxation. Additionally, it has established Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), Exchange of Information, and started the tax amnesty. The FIRS has inter-agency relationships with governmental organisations including the EFCC and ICPC, among others. In addition, the FIRS's efforts have resulted in a surge in annual tax payments; in 2018, it collected N5,320 trillion, the most in its history since the FIRS was founded. Additionally, the FIRS noted a decline in the cost of revenue collection from 2.6% in 2016 to 2.49% in 2017 and 2.14% in 2018. Conclusion: Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) should expand its campaign to rural areas where there is little to no tax education in order to increase its enlightenment mechanisms on tax compliance. This can be done by having the FIRS educate traditional leaders on tax compliance, who will then inform the populace.

PENGARUH TAX AMNESTY, RELIGIUSITAS, DAN NORMA SUBJEKTIF TERHADAP KEPATUHAN WAJIB PAJAK ORANG PRIBADI DI KPP PRATAMA JAKARTA KOJA

This study aims to determine whether there is influence from the implementation of tax amnesty, religiousity, and subjective norm on individual taxpayer compliance at KPP Pratama Jakarta Koja. This study uses a quantitative method with the sample being individual taxpayers who are registered and active at KPP Pratama Jakarta Setiabudi Dua. The sampling technique used probability sampling with a total sample of 120 respondents. The data is processed and tested using the SEM-PLS method with the SmartPLS 3.0 application. The results of this study indicate that tax amnesty, religiousity, and subjective norm positive effect on individual taxpayer compliance at KPP Pratama Jakarta Koja.

The Prime Enforcement of Tax Amnesty Regulation in Indonesia: Evidence from Tax Aggressive Firms

Purpose: This study examines the response of tax aggressive companies to the prime enforcement of the tax amnesty in Indonesia. Specifically, this study examines their tax aggressive behavior in the period and post-period of tax amnesty. Methodology/approach: The author(s) use all Indonesian companies in 2010-2018 listed in the IDX and analyze using logit and OLS regression analysis techniques. Findings: The results suggest that companies that had been tax aggressive in the pre-period of a tax amnesty program are more likely to participate in Indonesia's prime tax amnesty program. Furthermore, we discover that those tax aggressive companies had become less aggressive in the period and post-period of tax amnesty. These findings are robust to several proxies of tax aggressiveness and Coarsened Exact Matching (CEM) method to handle potential endogeneity problems. We employ Indonesia's unique setting, one of a few developing countries that implement the tax amnesty successfully for the first time. Practical implications: These findings are expected to provide evidence of the effectiveness of the tax amnesty implementation in Indonesia. The results could give insight for policymakers to thoroughly consider the costs and benefits of tax amnesty, and if there is a repeated implementation. Originality/value: This study did not include any further test of the corporate governance mechanism involved in the relationship between tax aggressive companies and tax amnesty participation. Therefore, future studies could consider the limitations and address the issue.

Effect of Tax Morale, Tax Sanctions, and Tax Amnesty Policy on Taxpayer Compliance

Taxpayer compliance is fulfilling tax obligations voluntarily, where a taxpayer is responsible for setting its own tax obligations accurately and timely pay and report taxes. This study aims to examine and analyze the effect of tax morale, tax sanctions, and tax amnesty policy on taxpayer compliance. The object in this study is a non-employee individual taxpayer registered in the KPP Pratama Makassar Utara 2023 region. This study used a sample of 100 respondents who are non-employee individual taxpayers. Non-probability sampling method using convenience sampling. In this study researchers used the slovin formula. Data analysis technique is done with descriptive statistical analysis and software SPSS-IBM ver 26.0. The results of this study indicate that simultaneously tax morale, Tax sanctions, and tax amnesty policy against Kpeatuhan taxpayers. And partially tax morale, Tax sanctions, and tax amnesty policies have a positive effect on taxpayer compliance at KPP Pratama Makassar Utara 2023 this shows good results.

Gender Analysis of Individual Taxpayer Compliance: Impact of Tax Audit, Tax Amnesty, and E-Filling Implementation

This study examines and presents gender analysis model on the influence of tax audits, tax amnesty and e-filling implementation on individual taxpayer compliance (an empirical study on MSMEs DKI Jakarta). This study uses multiple linear regression analysis using a quantitative approach to the method of collecting data using primary data. Data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires in online form via Google form to individual taxpayers of MSMEs in DKI Jakarta using the convenience sampling method, so the total data in this study were 400. The results of this study indicate Tax Audit, Tax Amnesty and Implementation of E-Filling have a significant positive effect on Taxpayer Compliance. Male respondents thought that tax audit and implementation of e-filling had more effect on their tax compliance than according to female respondents, while female respondents thought that tax amnesty had more effect on their tax compliance than according to male respondents.

Voluntary Disclosure Program (PPS) Reviewed from the Perspective of State Administration Law and Its Effectiveness in Encouraging National Economic Improvement

The voluntary disclosure program (PPS) was created to increase taxpayer compliance and the need for large funds to overcome financial deficits due to the pandemic and post-Covid economic recovery. The purpose of this research is to discuss how the legal perspective of state administration views the voluntary disclosure program (PPS). In addition, it also examines how the effectiveness of voluntary disclosure programs (PPS) in encouraging National economic improvement. The results obtained from this research are that in terms of procedures and principles, the voluntary disclosure program already represents the implementation of tax law which is part of state administrative law. Furthermore, the effectiveness of the implementation of the voluntary disclosure program (PPS) is considered ineffective. This is due to several obstacles, both in terms of the variables supporting its successful tax amnesty, which have not been implemented optimally, and the conditions of business actors who experience several obstacles, including high tariffs, limited investment instruments, many tax assets that are not liquid, and economic recovery that has not been maximized.

The Effect of Tax Amnesty, Understanding of Taxation, Tax Sanctions, and Tax Service Quality to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Taxpayer Compliance During Covid-19

This research aims to determine the effect of tax amnesty, understanding of taxation, tax sanctions, and service quality on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises' taxpayer compliance during COVID-19. The research population is Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises taxpayers registered at Pratama Jakarta Pulo Gadung’s Tax Office. The sample of this research was determined using the Slovin method, with 99 respondents obtained. This research uses multiple regression analysis as a data analysis method. This research proves tax amnesty and service quality do not significantly influence Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises' taxpayer compliance. Understanding taxation and tax sanctions positively affects Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises' taxpayer compliance.

Tax Amnesty Pemberian Keringanan Dan Pembebasan Sanksi Administrasi Pajak Kendaraan Bermotor

This study aims to determine the tax amnesty granting relief and exemption from motor vehicle tax administration sanctions. The research method used is descriptive and tends to use analysis with a qualitative approach to describe the realization of motor vehicle tax receipts using tables and diagrams before and after tax amnesty which is then drawn conclusions. The results of this study indicate that the tax amnesty program also increases public awareness in paying motor vehicle taxes in Manggarai Regency. This Tax Amnesty program also increases Regional Original Income in the motor vehicle tax sector until the set target is achieved.
 
 Keywords: Motor Vehicle Tax, Tax Amnesty, and Administrative Sanctions

Fraud in Tax Evasion Decision: Effect on Financial Pressure, Tax Investigation and the Perceived Probability of Audit

Purpose – This research aims to investigate the effects of financial pressure, the perceived probability of audit, and tax investigation on the decision to carry out tax evasion.
 Design/methodology/approach – The Study is a quantitative research approach that uses online-based data collection methods (e_ questionnaire) combined with interviews with certain taxpayers to get their views on fraud in tax evasion decisions. The sample in this study was 98 individual taxpayers in Indonesia.
 Findings – This research shows that financial pressures have a dominant effect on tax avoidance. This finding proves that financial pressure is one of the reasons for committing tax evasion fraud as stated in the fraud triangle theory. This research also shows that the perceived probability of audit and tax investigation does not affect reducing the tendency to tax evasion, this research indicates that tax investigation does not have a deterrent effect on taxpayers in committing tax evasion. Taxpayers understand that the government is spending considerable time and money to prove an alleged tax evasion case. Several tax policies in Indonesia such as the sunset policy, tax amnesty, and voluntary tax reporting can provide space for tax evaders to get certain tax collections and tax deductions when making tax payments.
 Research limitations/implications – Although this research has explored taxpayers in Indonesia with several different occupational backgrounds, it is still necessary to test tax evasion on corporate taxpayers other than personal taxpayers. 
 Practical implications – This research critically analyzes the impact of psychological factors in tax non-compliance decisions through tax evasion fraud.
 Social implications – The behavioral approach and consideration of psychological factors in every tax decision are expected to help realign and harmonize law enforcement practices in Indonesia to reduce the occurrence of tax evasion in Indonesia.
 Originality/value – Examines the implementation of fraud triangle theory in tax evasion decisions. This research combines behavioral and psychological approaches to test the occurrence of tax evasion fraud in the perspective of taxpayers in Indonesia.