The Inland Revenue Department has annulled its 2017 code of conduct and approved a new one. Under the new regulations, tax officials are completely prohibited from holding political memberships and from engaging in illicit meetings with taxpayers. Additionally, employees are forbidden from accepting gifts from service recipients and from using government property for personal purposes. Kathmandu, Chaitra 26.
The new code clearly prohibits staff from unauthorized meetings with taxpayers or related parties and also bars them from acting as representatives or agents of taxpayers. It strictly forbids abuse of official authority and the acceptance of any gifts, donations, contributions, or hospitality from clients.
During their duties, employees are barred from soliciting unlawful favors from service recipients and from using government assets for personal tasks. They must attend office within designated hours and are required to wear the prescribed uniform and employee identification badges.
The code also prohibits employees from engaging in any corrupt activities. However, tax officials are permitted to provide consultancy in their area of expertise, conduct research, and teach with prior approval.
