Declare your Exempt Incomes
Exempt income refers to incomes that are tax-free. But you still need to include it in your tax return. Examples include gifts, certain government bond interest, and others. While these incomes are tax-free, declaring them ensures full transparency in your return. Here’s how you can add your exempt incomes.
Steps to add Exempt Incomes
- Navigate to File > Incomes > Other Incomes, Select Any Other Income
- Add your total exempt incomes
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