Individual Tax Return Form Instructions and Guide

To submit this form, you can send it by postal mail to the Inland Revenue Department at the following address: RM 306 Justice Building, No 1 Justice Road, HK. Alternatively, online submission can be facilitated through the ESD scheme at www.esd.gov.hk. For any queries or assistance, please call the hotline at 187 8022.

For 2024, the tax return submission deadline is expected to be on April 1st. Similar deadlines are anticipated for 2025. Ensure to check the tax department's updates for any changes to important dates.

The purpose of this form is to gather individual taxpayers' income and deduction information for the assessment of their tax liabilities. It is crucial for ensuring that taxpayers accurately report their financial information to comply with legal obligations. Completing this form allows taxpayers to potentially benefit from various deductions and credits available.

• 1. Name: The full legal name of the taxpayer.
• 2. Address: The residential address for correspondence.
• 3. Income: Total income received during the tax year.
• 4. Deductions: Details of any deductions applicable to the taxpayer.
• 5. Signature: The taxpayer's signature to authenticate the form.

Failing to submit this form can lead to penalties imposed by the tax authority. It is critical to meet the deadline to avoid fines and complications with your tax status.

• Late Fees: You may incur additional charges for late submission of your tax return.
• Legal Consequences: Persistent failure to comply may result in legal action or further scrutiny from tax authorities.
• Loss of Deductions: You may lose out on potential tax benefits and deductions by not submitting your return.

• 1. Annual Tax Return: File this form as part of your annual tax obligations.
• 2. Claim Deductions: Use this form to claim deductions for dependents or other expenses.
• 3. Report Additional Income: Employ this form to report any relevant additional income.