Paying taxes is a civic act of participation in public office and in the development of one’s country. Indeed, it is thanks to taxes that the State has the necessary financial means to carry out projects of general interest such as the construction of schools, hospitals, roads or even the purchase of arms and ammunition to ensure the nation’s security.
Article 174 of the Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Congo stipulates that the contribution to public charges is a duty for any person living on Congolese territory and that there is no tax exemption without the application of a law. Any company, whatever its activity, is required to register with the Tax Administration and obtain a tax number within 15 days of the start of its activities.
Failure to comply with this obligation is punishable by sanctions such as the temporary closure of the business and a fine, the amount of which varies according to the type of taxpayer. In addition, the tax situation of the offender will be regularized automatically and all undeclared taxes will be taxed automatically.
Paying taxes is a guarantee of responsibility and active participation in the economic and social life of the country. It is an essential contribution to building a prosperous and sustainable future for all.
In short, the participation of each citizen and company in the tax effort is a civic act that contributes to the economic and social growth of the country.