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Revenue Directorate, Ministry of Finance of Somalia: official website and filing deadline 2026

Hani · Founder & Tax Data Researcher · ArabTaxCalc
Short answer

The Revenue Directorate, Ministry of Finance of Somalia (IRD) collects income tax, sales tax and other federal revenue. Its official website is revenuedirectorate.gov.so. Salary tax is withheld at source. The annual return is due within 3 months of the year end, so by 31 March 2026. Somaliland and Puntland have their own separate systems.

NameRevenue Directorate, Ministry of Finance of Somalia (IRD)
Somalia Revenue Directorate, Inland Revenue Department (Ministry of Finance)
Official websiterevenuedirectorate.gov.so
What it collectsIncome tax, sales tax and other federal revenue
Income tax on salaries0% to 18%
Annual deadline for individualsSalary tax is withheld at source. The annual return is due within 3 months of the year end, so by 31 March 2026. Somaliland and Puntland have their own separate systems

Last checked: 9 October 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the official website of the tax authority in Somalia?

The official website is https://www.revenuedirectorate.gov.so. Check the domain before you enter any details: some sites imitate tax authorities.

When is the tax return deadline in Somalia?

Salary tax is withheld at source. The annual return is due within 3 months of the year end, so by 31 March 2026. Somaliland and Puntland have their own separate systems.

How much income tax is charged on salaries in Somalia?

0% to 18%, with a top rate of 18%. Work out your own take-home pay with the Somalia salary calculator.

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