What is Bauchi State Internal Revenue Service (BIRS) ?
BIRS is an agency saddled with the responsibility of collecting and accounting for all revenues due to Bauchi State Government.
Where is BIRS located?
The corporate headquarters of BIRS is at Ahmadu Bello way, PMB 0029, Bauchi. Click here to view addresses of our Area Revenue Offices (AROs).
How do I get TIN?
Steps For Individuals:
- Click on this link to open individual TIN application page.
- Enter your BVN, date of birth, first name and Last name, confirm you are not a robot by checking the reCAPTCHA box and click on search. Ensure the BVN details entered corresponds exactly with your BVN SLIP.
- Fill out the registration form and click submit.
- Wait for your request to be approved. Upon approval, your TIN certificate will be sent to the supplied email.
Steps For Non-Individuals (Corporate):
- Click on this link to open non-individual TIN application page.
- Provide Business name Number.
- Fill out the registration form and click submit.
- Wait for your request to be approved. Upon approval, your TIN certificate will be sent to the supplied email.
What is the cost of TIN?
TIN is free of charge.
I have lost my TIN, how do I retrieve it?
Steps For Individuals:
- Click on this link to open the TIN verification portal.
- In the TIN Registration Search Panel, enter your Date of Birth and select Registered Phone Number as the search criteria.
- Enter your Registered Phone Number in the search value field. Confirm you are not a robot by checking the reCAPTCHA box and click on search.
- Your TIN is displayed. You can download the TIN certificate or forward it to an email.
Steps for Non-Individuals (Corporate):
- Click on this link to open the TIN verification portal.
- In the TIN Registration Search Panel, enter your Date of Incorporation and select BVN or CAC Reg No. as the search criteria.
- Enter your Registered CAC Registration Number in the search value field. Confirm you are not a robot by checking the reCAPTCHA box and click on search.
- Your TIN is displayed. You can download the TIN certificate or forward it to an email.
Can I provide my TIN to Customs or use it on the GIFMIS platform?
No. Only FIRS TIN can be provided to Customs and can be used on the GIFMIS platform. Therefore, visit any FIRS tax office and get a TIN for that purpose.
How do I make payments to BIRS?
Payments to BIRS can be made via Onemoni, Remita or Quickteller.
Do you accept cash payments at the tax office?
No. All payments are done either electronically or at the Bank.
What is the due date for filing annual returns for Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) by employers?
Every employer is required to file a return with the tax authority of all emoluments paid to its employees, not later than 31st January of every year in respect of all employees in its employment in the preceding year.
What is the penalty for failing to file my returns?
According to the Personal Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2011, the penalty for failure to file returns is N500,000 for corporate organizations and N50,000 for individuals.
How can I verify TCC issued by BIRS?
Click this link to access the TCC verification page. Enter all the required information and click on Verify.
What is the validity of a TCC?
A TCC is valid up until the 31st day of December of the issuing year.