Why Am I Receiving Texts After Filing My Income Tax Return?
Have you recently filed your income tax return in person at the tax office only to receive a text urging you to ‘file via mobile’ by June 2? This can be confusing, but rest assured, these messages are informational. The tax authority sends out blanket notifications to all taxpayers required to file for the year, regardless of whether you’ve already completed the process.
Should I Ignore Automatic Tax Notifications?
If you’ve filed your income tax return at the tax office and confirmed your refund, you can generally disregard the mobile filing prompt. However, if you’re uncertain whether your filing was completed, you can double-check by logging into the tax service portal and reviewing your ‘Filing History.’ If it shows as completed, you can relax and wait for your refund.
Consistency in Refund Amounts: A Positive Indicator
If the refund amount in the text matches what the tax office told you, this indicates that your information has been properly registered in the tax authority’s system. There is no need to file again, and your refund will be processed as scheduled. Simply wait for the refund to be deposited into your account.
Decoding the 3.3% Refund Notification
The 3.3% refund notice often catches the eye of freelancers, instructors, and other income earners. This refers to the withholding tax rate applied to certain types of income, which is already included in your overall income tax refund calculation.
What Is the 3.3% Withholding Tax?
When you receive income, such as a lecture fee of $1,000, $33 is withheld as a pre-paid tax, leaving you with $967. This $33 is already paid to the tax authority. During your income tax filing, this amount is included in the total tax calculation. If your final tax liability is less than the withheld amount, you’ll receive a refund for the difference.
Do I Need to Apply Separately for the 3.3% Refund?
Seeing the 3.3% refund on the tax service portal does not mean you need to take additional action. This amount is already part of your income tax filing calculations, so no extra applications are necessary if you’ve filed through the tax office.
When Can I Expect My Tax Refund?
Tax refunds are typically disbursed starting in mid-June. The earliest deposits often occur around June 15, but the exact timing can vary depending on when you filed. You can check the ‘Refund Payment Schedule’ on the tax portal for an estimate of when you’ll receive your refund.
Still Concerned? Here’s What You Can Do
If you’re worried about whether your 3.3% income was reported or if your filing is accurately reflected, consider consulting a tax advisor or the tax office directly. If you used a tax agent, they can quickly verify your filing status. Confirming that your filing is recorded correctly and understanding the refund components can provide peace of mind.
Conclusion: Navigating Tax Notifications with Confidence
Once you’ve filed your income tax return, the notifications from the tax authority serve as general guidance. There’s no need to file again, and your refund, including any 3.3% components, will be processed as expected. However, if you need clarity, reviewing your filing history on the tax portal or consulting with a tax professional can be helpful. During the busy filing season in May, such confusion is common, but understanding the system will help you manage your taxes confidently.