TDS on legal fees

A client has to pay a US law firm legal fees for rendering services in the USA. Will the TDS be at 40% plus cess ?

 

 

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This discussion clarifies the Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) applicable to legal fees paid to a US law firm for services rendered in the USA. It references Section 194J of the Income Tax Act, which governs TDS on professional or technical fees. The key rates and threshold limits for various professional services are outlined, helping to determine the correct TDS percentage.

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Section 194J TDS on Professional or Technical Fees

Nature of payment Threshold limit Rate of tax
Fees for professional services Rs. 30,000 10%
Fees for technical services and payment to call centers Rs. 30,000 2% (for FTS- 10% upto FY 19-20)
Remuneration or fees to Director (other than 192) NIL 10%
Royalty Rs. 30,000 10%

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