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VITARA - Taxpayer Registration (VITARA-TPR)

Apply online by April 1, 2026

Session No.: OL 25.249

Location: Course conducted online

Date: September 1, 2025 - April 15, 2026 (33 weeks)

Delivery Method: Online Training

Primary Language: English

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Target Audience

This module is designed for executives and senior managers in tax administrations who are responsible for the design and maintenance of a high-integrity, fit for purpose, and sustainable taxpayer register. Additionally, the module is beneficial for operational staff engaged in taxpayer registration, data cleansing, and compliance risk management activities that focus on addressing registration-related compliance risks.

Qualifications

Access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection and a Google Chrome web browser is essential.

Course Description

This short course is designed to enhance knowledge and understanding of the taxpayer registration function within tax administrations. It emphasizes the critical role of taxpayer registration in ensuring compliance with filing, reporting, and payment obligations. The course further explores the essential attributes of a high-integrity, fit for purpose, and sustainable taxpayer register, highlighting its significance for effective tax administration.Participants will learn about international good practices that aid tax administrations in developing and implementing compliance risk management strategies. These strategies focus on identifying and mitigating registration-related compliance risks, including issues related to inaccurate data, incomplete information, unregistered taxpayers, and fraudulent registrations. Additionally, the module covers the registration process in detail, along with the fundamental components of a robust registration framework including legislation and information technology.

Course Objectives

On completing this module, you will have a solid understanding of foundational concepts and good practices of taxpayer registration, and you will be equipped with practical ways to strengthen ongoing taxpayer registration practices in your tax administration. 

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