Convention between the Republic of Korea and New Zealand for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income

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Treaty Type:

Bilateral/Plurilateral

Common Name:

Responsible Department:

Inland Revenue

Administering Department:

Inland Revenue

Treaty Summary:

The negotiations were entered into with the aim of concluding a new Double Tax Agreement (DTA) with the Republic of Korea to replace the existing DTA that dates back to 1981.

NZ Adherence Status:

In Progress

Negotiation Status:

A first round of negotiations was held in April 2015, and a second round was held in July 2016. Timing for a third round has not yet been set.

Organisation:

Is Signed By NZ:

No

Signature Date:

Ratified or Signed:

No

Requires Ratification:

No

NZ Territorial Applications:

None

Information about required Legislation:

An Order in Council, made under section BH 1 of the Income Tax Act 2007, will need to be made to give effect to the agreement under New Zealand law.

Impacts on Maori:

This is a standard DTA which provides benefits to taxpayers generally in respect of cross-border activity and investment with Korea. No specific impact on Maori interests.

Impacts on Stakeholders:

DTAs are generally seen as taxpayer and business 'friendly'. They are entered into to reduce tax impediments to cross-border trade, investment and economic activity.

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