18,500 islanders given longer to do their tax return online

Thursday 15 July 2021

The 18,500 islanders still yet to file their tax returns have been given longer to do so.

The original deadline was 31 July, but now that's been pushed back to 31 August.

15,500 returns have been filed online so far, and 46,500 tax returns in total.

Comptroller of Revenue, Richard Summersgill, said the "one-off extension" was being granted in light of the recent impact of covid.

“We understand the practical difficulties that Islanders face at the minute.  Those who are now following Government guidance and working from home, may find it harder to gather the necessary paperwork to complete their tax return," he said.

Mr Summersgill added: “I would still urge all taxpayers to file ahead of the deadline wherever they can, and not leave it until the last minute. In particular, I’d remind everyone that they will need to allow enough time to set up a onegov account and a digital ID, and allow time for verification checks, in order to avoid a late filing penalty.

“We have step-by-step guidance on activating a OneGov account which is specifically designed to provide additional instructions and tips, for those islanders who may be less confident about using smartphone applications."