TDS Applicability on Event Management and Media Relation

[Arihant Shah]

Dear Professional,

We are making the foreign payment towards expenditure of Event management and Media Relation by way of organizing event for us.

Here I would like to know is there any TDS liability persist.

Please also let us know any circular/notification for our clarification

Thanks !!

[Ganeshan Kalyani]

Yes Tds is applicable on payment made to non resident for professional or technical service. Please see DTAA also.

AI Summary

TDS applicability on payments to non-residents for professional or technical services may arise for event management and media relations. TDS applies to cross-border payments made to non-residents for event management and media relations when those payments constitute professional or technical services; review the applicable DTAA and relevant circulars or notifications to determine withholding obligations, rates, exemptions, and compliance procedures.