The Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) has reported a strong response to its e-Filing campaign, with 156,406 individual online tax returns received as of October 5. This represents a significant portion of taxpayers, with many more expected to submit their returns before the deadline of October 15. The MRA has noted an accelerating pace of submissions, with 40,264 returns filed between September 29 and October 5.
The e-Filing campaign has not only seen a high volume of returns but also a substantial number of refunds processed. As of October 5, 55,353 taxpayers had received refunds totaling Rs 526.46 million. In the week leading up to October 5, Rs 75 million were paid out to 11,483 contributors. This suggests that many taxpayers are benefiting from the e-Filing system, which allows for efficient processing of returns.
In addition to refunds, the MRA has collected a significant amount of revenue through the e-Filing campaign. As of October 5, the authority had collected approximately Rs 1.045 billion in income tax. The week between September 29 and October 5 saw Rs 406.4 million in collections. This indicates a strong level of compliance among taxpayers.
The MRA is urging taxpayers to avoid waiting until the last minute to submit their returns. Based on previous campaigns, the authority expects a large volume of submissions in the final days leading up to the October 15 deadline. To minimize risks associated with forgotten information or technical issues, taxpayers are advised to file their returns as soon as possible.
With over 156,000 returns already received, the e-Filing campaign is well underway. Taxpayers who have yet to submit their returns have just eight days remaining before the deadline. The MRA's efforts to encourage online submissions appear to be paying off, with a significant number of taxpayers taking advantage of the system.
The e-Filing campaign has been designed to make it easier for taxpayers to submit their returns and make payments. The system allows for efficient processing of returns and refunds, reducing the administrative burden on taxpayers. By encouraging online submissions, the MRA aims to increase compliance and reduce the risk of errors.
As the deadline approaches, taxpayers are reminded to ensure they have submitted their returns and made any necessary payments. The MRA will continue to process returns and issue refunds in the coming days. With a strong response to the e-Filing campaign, the authority is likely to meet its targets for the year.
Key points
- Over 156,000 online tax returns have been received by the Mauritius Revenue Authority as of October 5.
- The MRA has processed over Rs 526 million in refunds to date.
- The deadline for submitting tax returns is October 15, 2026.
