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U.K. Budget Proclaims Death Knell For Remittance Basis Taxation

U.K. Budget Proclaims Death Knell For Remittance Basis Taxation

As was widely anticipated, the Chancellor of the U.K. used his budget speech on March 6 to announce the termination of the non-domicile regime and remittance basis of taxation effective April 12, 2025. In its place, a new foreign income and gains (“F.I.G.”) regime will be available for individuals who become U.K. tax resident after a period of 10 tax years of nonresident status.  Individuals who qualify for the new regime will be able to bring F.I.G. to the U.K. free from any U.K. tax for up to four years. Current non-doms who cannot qualify for the F.I.G. regime can benefit from a 50% deduction on remittances through April 5, 2026. Kevin Offer, C.A., a partner of Hardwick and Morris L.L.P., London, explains these and other provisions that will apply as the U.K. enters a brave new world.

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Taxation of Foreign Pensions in Ireland – Walking the Tricky Tightrope

Taxation of Foreign Pensions in Ireland – Walking the Tricky Tightrope

As more individuals relocate to Ireland, the taxation of assets brought with them takes on importance once Irish tax residence is established. Of special concern are pension products that individuals accumulate while living and working outside of Ireland. The taxation of lump sum payments from foreign pensions is a complex affair. Under Irish law, most foreign pensions schemes are considered nonqualifying overseas pension plans. Consequently, lump sum payments from such pension plans should not be taxable in Ireland because no domestic legislation exists to tax lump sums. Lisa Cantillon, a Director in the Dublin office of KTA, explains all, but cautions that the Irish Revenue have a different view, notwithstanding the absence of statutory support.

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