The income statement season advances in Colombia and, with it, also the responsibility of thousands of citizens to comply with one of the most important tax obligations of the year. The National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) He recalled that declaring in time is not only a legal requirement, but also a way to avoid economic sanctions and guarantee the payment of tax commitments. What are the importance dates?
The process, which began on August 12 and will be extended until October 24, 2025, the official calendar is developed and in a staggered manner based on the last two digits of the tax identification number (NIT). This week, the maturities correspond to a new group of taxpayers throughout the national territory.
According to the entity, qUienes do not comply with the fixed dates are exposed to sanctions and interests of default that can significantly increase the amount to be paid.
In contrast, declare within the deadlines not only offers legal and financial tranquility, but also strengthens the financing of social programs, infrastructure and public services that benefit the entire population.
In this sense, it is important to highlight that in 2024 more than six million people declared rent, achieving a collection exceeding 22 billion pesos, resources that are reflected in strategic works and services throughout the country.
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Expiration dates from September 22 to 26, 2025
The Dian defined that, during this week, they must submit their income statement, the natural persons whose NIT ends between 57 and 66:
• Monday, September 22: Digit 57 and 58.
• Tuesday, September 23: 59 and 60 digits.
• Wednesday, September 24: digits 61 and 62.
• Thursday, September 25: digits 63 and 64.
• Friday, September 26: digits 65 and 66.
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To determine if a person is obliged to declare, the DIAN remembers reviewing aspects such as income, assets, consumption with cards, purchases and financial movements of 2024. Only those who simultaneously comply with all exemption conditions – levels, purchases and consignments below $ 65,891,000 and equity not exceeding $ 211,793,000 – may remain exempt from this process.
The national entity invites taxpayers to use the digital tools available on its web portal www.dian.gov.co, that include guides, simulators and free orientation to correctly comply with this duty.
