BY NOUELLA ANASO
Effective 1st January 2022, URA started issuing instant Tax Identification Numbers (TINs) to individual taxpayers through an upgraded web-based application form. Taxpayers processing TINs to execute temporary transactions will most benefit from this upgrade.
The upgraded web-based application form will only require a valid National Identification Number (NIN) for one to apply for the TIN. For individuals without NINs, a passport or driving permit will suffice. Taxpayers will only fill in three fields, namely; personal information, source of income and address. The use of phone numbers has taken the place of emails to avert the use of duplicate emails.
A TIN is an identification number used by the Uganda Revenue Authority in the administration of tax laws. It is the key identifier taxpayers use when filing returns or making tax-related transactions. Previously, taxpayers have been derailed by the long excel sheets during the application process for their TIN numbers. However, the web-based application form will require lesser information before a TIN is instantly issued.
Simplifying processes like the TIN acquisition is URA’s new direction towards being a business enabler to improve tax compliance. It has adopted a more listening approach to taxpayer challenges and has come up with better solutions to improve compliance. In addition, it is leveraging technology, stakeholder engagement, and aggressive taxpayer education to improve service delivery.
Some of the immediate beneficiaries with the new instant issuance of TINs will include taxpayers who need TINs for temporary use, such as government compensation, returning residents clearing personal effects, and those making payments on Non-Tax Revenues (NTRs).
For instance, during the month of December, at least 18,211 Tax Identification Numbers were issued to individual taxpayers in Lira, Gulu and Kitgum. Most of them are taxpayers set to receive a one-time lump-sum monetary compensation for property loss during the conflict in Northern Uganda.
Any such category of people can now download their provisional certificate after surrendering their personal information, source of income and address or location. The manual documents in this process have been discarded, thereby improving turnaround time and saving money from unscrupulous middlemen.
To access the web-based application, only 5 steps suffice: Visit www.ura.go.ug, Go to eServices, Click instant TIN, Fill in the required fields and click submit.
HOW CAN I GET MY TIN??
Hello George
To get TIN,
1) please visit https://ura.go.ug/
2) Go to e-services
3) Click on Instant TIN for individuals
4) Fill in the requires fields correctly and then submit
Your TIN will be displayed on the screen upon submission.
How do I cheak for my Tin incase have forgotten it?ANNET
Hello Annet,
Kindly send a WhatsApp text to 0772-1400000 and your TIN will be sent to you or, You can download the AskURA App from apple or google play store and follow these easy steps;
1. Open the AskURA App on your phone
2. Enter in your Email or Phone number (the one you used to register for your TIN)
3. Tap on select taxpayer type, choose either Individual or Non Individual
4. Tap Submit
5. The URA App will display your TIN registered details
You can also reach our client help-desk 0800-117000
Regards
Florence
Hello
Dear Jevunari,
How can we help?
but the same procedure above again is requiring employer TIN which may be difficult for me to get what should I do?
Dear Francis,
We have upgraded the Instant TIN application process and those in employment are required to input the TIN of their employer.
Kindly ask your employer for their TIN, include it in your application and submit. Your TIN will be displayed instantly.
Regards
Florence
forgotten my tin number plz
Hello Kasiryehood,
Kindly send a WhatsApp text to 0772-1400000 and your TIN will be sent to you or, You can download the AskURA App from apple or google play store and follow these easy steps;
1. Open the AskURA App on your phone
2. Enter in your Email or Phone number (the one you used to register for your TIN)
3. Tap on select taxpayer type, choose either Individual or Non Individual
4. Tap Submit
5. The URA App will display your TIN registered details
You can also reach our client help-desk 0800-117000
Regards
Florence
Can I get a TIN employer TIN?
Dear Felix,
Kindly clarify on your question for us to help you better.
Regards
how can i have my instant tin work on asycuda
Dear Winnie,
The instant TIN works well with ASYCUDA. However if you are experiencing a challenge while using your instant TIN on the system, kindly send your TIN to the URA WhatsApp number 07721400000 and details of the issue for further management.
Regards.
How can I get my tin number
Dear Swaifu,
To get a TIN, kindly;
1) visit http://www.ura.go.ug
2) Go to e-services
3) click on Instant TIN for individual taxpayers
4) fill in the fields as required
5) Your TIN will be displayed instantly on your screen
Regards
is this link still active. The fields for the dates cant be filled
Dear Raymond,
This experience is regrettable. All the fields in the instant TIN application are active. We advise you to clear your search history and try again.
Regards
Hello there!
Just curious, how long can someone be able to use the instant TIN?
Dear Rutabagyisha,
Getting a TIN is immediate. Please try the steps below once you have the NIN of your National identification,
log unto the URA portal;www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
My tin
Dear Simon,
I am not sure what you want but incase you forgot your TIN, please follow the prompts below to recover your TIN
Please log unto the URA webportal(ura.go.ug),click eservices on the right and click on my TIN on the left hand side
Fill in your date of Birth, Mobile Number,Mother ‘s maiden name, registered email address(these details should be the ones you submitted when applying for your TIN) and submit.
You will receive a notification that your TIN is sent to your email address.
I have forgotten my tin number
Dear Mastula,
Please log unto the URA webportal(ura.go.ug),click eservices on the right and click on my TIN on the left hand side
Fill in your date of Birth, Mobile Number, Mother ‘s maiden name, registered email address(these details should be the ones you submitted when applying for your TIN) and submit.
You will receive a notification that your TIN is sent to your email address.
I want to get tin number
Dear Alfred,
About acquiring a TIN, you need the NIN on your National identification, then go ahead and log unto the URA portal;www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
Hello
This is Rogers how can i get a tin for my company. its like i have failed to find any directions even when i called the office i was sent to instant tin but i only see individual
please help am in need of using it ASAP
Dear Rogers,
For a company TIN, please log unto the URA webportal;www.ura.go.ug
Click on eservices, select register for taxes on your right hand side and select the Application form you want to fill.
Select new form and download the TIN template, save the template maintaining the name given by the system. Open the template and enable macros-see the guide on read me work sheet(You should see the following message, please Do NOT cut and paste any values in the sheet)confirming that macros are enabled, then enter relevant information in the template in the required format. After filling the required details click on Validate button to generate an upload file. Save the upload file maintaining the name given by the system. Go back to the webportal click on eservices and select the type of application new form, fill in the applicants name and browse for the saved upload then enter the given text as it appears.
Agree to the terms and conditions and click upload. The system will validate , if no errors found then submit will display, click submit. Print the forms and photocopy the attachments and deliver them to the nearest URA station.
This should help,regards
I would like to get a TIN
Dear Milly,
We are glad to hear from you. About acquiring a TIN, you need the NIN on your National identification,go ahead and long unto the URA portal;www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
Regards
I want to know my Tin
Dear Geoffrey,
Please log unto the URA webportal(ura.go.ug),click eservices on the right and click on my TIN on the left hand side
Fill in your date of Birth, Mobile Number,Mother ‘s maiden name, registered email address(these details should be the ones you submitted when applying for your TIN) and submit.
You will receive a notification that your TIN is sent to your email address.
hello,am trying to opt for other identification options to register for a TIN number but its not working i dont know why?its only displaying National ID
Dear Rehemah,
For an instant TIN, you only need your NIN on your national I.D
Proceed to LOG unto the URA portal:www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
How to get URA TINNumber
Dear Musa,
For an instant TIN, you only need your NIN on your national I.D
Proceed to LOG unto the URA portal:www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
How can I get my tin number please I forgotten it
Dear Steven,
Incase you forgot your TIN, kindly follow the steps below;
Go the URA webportal(ura.go.ug)
Click on my TIN on the left side
Fill in your Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Mother ‘s maiden name , registered Email address(these details should be the ones submitted when applying for your TIN) and submit
You will receive a notification that your TIN is sent to your email address
hello,
I forgot my TIN.
How can I be helped?
thanks
Dear Cletus,
Incase you forgot your TIN, kindly follow the steps below;
Go the URA webportal(ura.go.ug)
Click on my TIN on the left side
Fill in your Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Mother ‘s maiden name , registered Email address(these details should be the ones submitted when applying for your TIN) and submit
You will receive a notification that your TIN is sent to your email address
Forgot my Tin number , wat should I do?
Dear Micheal,
Incase you forgot your TIN, kindly follow the steps below;
Go the URA webportal(ura.go.ug)
Click on my TIN on the left side
Fill in your Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Mother ‘s maiden name , registered Email address(these details should be the ones submitted when applying for your TIN) and submit
You will receive a notification that your TIN is sent to your email address
Regards
I got my tin number but how can I get my tin certificate
Hello Godfrey
Please visit any URA office and we will print your certificate for you.
i have forgotten my tin number please help
Hello Agatha
Please call our toll free line 0800117000 or 0800217000, our staff will tell you your TIN
How can I get my tin number
Hello bkibwota55@gmail.com
Please call our toll free line 0800117000 or 0800217000, our staff will tell you your TIN
I am getting difficult in submitting my application
Dear Pius,
Please follow the steps below;
For an instant TIN, you only need your NIN on your national I.D
Proceed to LOG unto the URA portal:www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
Can i still register for a TIN using my Passport becoz it looks like now they only need a National ID and the feilds other feilds are closed
Dear Gerald,
Please follow the steps below;
For an instant TIN, you only need your NIN on your national I.D
Proceed to LOG unto the URA portal:www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
Am trying to get tin but it’s like the process is failing me plz guide me
Dear Paul,
For an instant TIN, you only need your NIN on your national I.D
Proceed to LOG unto the URA portal:www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
Am moureen and i would like to register for a tin number
Dear Moureen,
For an instant TIN, you only need your NIN on your national I.D
Proceed to LOG unto the URA portal:www.ura.go.ug
Click eservices on the right
Click instant TIN registration
Choose category of Individual and go ahead to fill your details.
Please I need to recover my tin number can’t find it
I need to verify my TIN number
elow! i want TIN #
I forgotten my tin. How can I find it.
I forget my tin number
How to set lost tin numbers
I have forgot with my tin
HELLO.how can i get a TIN without an ID?
how do i check for my TIN
What are the steps to take to get my tin?
How do I check for my TIN
Please download the AskURA app and under taxpayer profile fill in your email used at registration. You can also send your inquiry to URA WhatsApp line 0772140000.