Businesses in Nigeria will file withholding tax (WHT) returns on TaxProMax for amounts withheld on payment to companies. Withholding tax deducted from certain transactions with companies is payable to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). When the WHT return is filed successfully, the taxpayer will generate a reference code containing the payment details. The amount due can be paid online or at the bank.
First:
Log in to the TaxProMax website at https://taxpromax.firs.gov.ng/taxpayer
Note: A user must register with FIRS to access the portal.
Second:
After logging in, beneath Taxpayer’s name and Find task arrange below, click on Group Taxes.
Third:
From the options under Group Taxes, click on WithHolding Tax (WHT)
Fourth:
Under Returning Currency, choose the currency for the amount payable. Options are NGN, GBP, USD, and EUR. Note that WHT is payable in the currency of transaction.
