09 January 2015
A Clearing and forwarding agent has paid certain expenses on our behalf. He claims the reimbursement of expenses along with his services charges. His bill appears as follows- (example) 1. Service charges- Rs. 500 2. Reimbursement of expenses paid on our behalf- Rs. 500
Total- 1,000.
Now my question is, whether we have to dedct TDS on the aggregate amount or only service charges? Will TDS be applicable for payment made as reimbursement of his expenses?
I am confused because Sec 194C states "any sum paid" shall be liable for TDS but logically, reimbursement does not form a part of the income of Clg & fwd agent so it should not be subject to TDS. Kindly express your opinion on the matter.