This discussion clarifies whether TDS is applicable on monthly payments made to US-based software tools like Slack and ClickUp, especially when no IP is transferred and individual payments are below $100. The consensus is that TDS is generally not applicable in this scenario. It also addresses the applicability of Form 15CA, noting that Part A is required for payments below ₹5 lakh, and advises on penalties for late filing, suggesting it's usually manageable if filed promptly.
06 June 2023
I HAVE BEEN USING CERTAIN TOOLS OF USA LIKE SLACK, CLICKUP WHICH ARE USED FOR COMMUNICATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOLS. NO IP IS TRANSFERED TO MY ORGANISATION, THEY HAVE BEEN DEDUCTING AMOUNT ON MONTHLY BASIS IN US DOLLARS FROM MY CREDIT CARD. ALL THOSE AMOUNT ARE BELOW $ 100. WHETHER THIS IS LIABLE TO TDS AS WE USING TOOLS WHICH ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE INDIA AND NO IP IS TRANSFERED TO US. WHETHER FORM 15CA IS APPLICABLE FOR SUCH PAYMENTS.