DTDi Guide
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Planning to expand into international markets and looking to optimise tax savings.
Exploring global growth through trade missions, exhibitions, or overseas partnerships.
Planning overseas advertising or e-commerce campaigns.
Wanting to stretch their budgets by claiming double tax deductions on eligible internationalisation costs.
Clear, Jargon-Free Explanations – Understand who needs to register, what to charge, and how to file—without the legal lingo.
Quickly assess your eligibility and identify what expenses qualify, from trade shows to e-commerce campaigns.
Understand when you need pre-approval, and how to navigate the new enhancements like digital marketing claims.
With tips on structuring activities, documentation, and common pitfalls, this guide helps ensure your claims are approved and audit-proof.
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The Double Tax Deduction for Internationalisation (DTDi) scheme allows Singapore-based businesses to claim a 200% tax deduction on qualifying expenses incurred for overseas business development and expansion activities.
Double taxation relief prevents the same income from being taxed in both the source and residence countries. It is achieved through tax treaties (DTAs) or unilateral tax credits offered by the taxpayer’s home country.
To qualify for DTDi, the business must be:
International double taxation occurs due to:
Singapore-registered companies, partnerships, and sole proprietors who are tax residents in Singapore and are actively expanding into overseas markets are eligible for DTDi benefits.
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