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What is Documentation Identification Number (DIN)?
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DIN is a unique number code that is generated by IRAS to identify each Form C-S/ C issued. DIN is a set of letters and figures. (Example: SC 206 16264567890 023)
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What is the purpose of DIN?
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To file a paper Form C-S/ C that is downloaded from IRAS website or via tax agent’s software, it is required to quote the DIN on Form C-S/ C.
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Can I obtain the DIN to file Form C-S/ C for prior years?
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You can obtain the DIN for the current Year of Assessment and two previous Years of Assessment.
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Can I obtain the DIN before the issuance of Form C-S/ C for the current Year of Assessment?
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No. DIN will only be available after the bulk issue of Form C-S/ C. Please retrieve DIN for the current Year of Assessment from Apr of the same year.
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For a new company which has not been issued with Form C-S/ C, will I be able to obtain the DIN from IRAS’ website?
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No. To request for the DIN, please complete and submit the form “Request for Income Tax Return (Form C-S/ C) Filing Package and Notification of New Financial Year End”. You should be able to obtain the DIN from our website within 7 working days from the day we receive the signed form.
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Under what circumstances I am not able to get a DIN?
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A company has been granted a waiver to submit the income tax return will not get DIN.
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Form C-S/C for a particular YA has already been filed.
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