Tax arrears are the amount of tax that someone has not paid to the tax authority (usually the state tax authority) by the tax due date. ...
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Tax arrears can be, for example, income tax, VAT or other taxes.
Interest is often charged on tax arrears for late payment and can increase the amount. The treatment and settlement of tax arrears can vary from country to country, and tax authorities usually apply strict rules for non-payment of taxes. Late payment or long periods of tax arrears can have serious consequences, such as penalties or legal proceedings.