Commission developing new online platform

Business

THE Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) is developing a new online service platform called myIRC.
Commissioner-general Sam Koim said the platform being developed by NiuPay Ltd would offer IRC taxation services online.
“It will enable individuals and organisations to lodge returns, pay taxes, as well as other interactions previously can only be done at an IRC office,” he said.
“We are constantly looking for ways to improve our service and operate in a more efficient and cost-effective manner.
“The myIRC platform will not only extend the front desk of the tax authority into homes and offices across PNG, but also offer improved efficiencies and enhanced data security throughout the organisation.
“The platform will streamline taxpayer dealings with IRC and will, in turn, result in increased data protection, improved departmental efficiencies, taxation account reconciliation and an improved standard of customer support.”
Koim said NiuPay expected the platform to be switched on before the end of 2021.
“The myIRC is a major leap forward for the IRC through online service delivery and I’m looking forward to sharing more information in the coming months,” he said.
“This new development is consistent with the IRC’s vision of building the foundations of a modern and robust tax administration and strategically in line with the IRC’s digital transformation agenda.
“IRC and NiuPay will announce in the coming months these new developments as we strive to work towards delivering services that are above the public’s expectations.”