One common concern is:

“If I’ve already paid tax abroad, do I have to pay tax on the same income again in Nigeria?”

The answer is: not necessarily.

Under Nigeria’s tax laws, tax residents are generally taxed on their worldwide income. This means income earned from foreign clients may still need to be declared in Nigeria.

However, where that same income has already been taxed in another country, you may be eligible for double tax relief, also known as a foreign tax credit.

Here’s how it works.

If you paid tax on your foreign income in another country, Nigeria may allow you to claim a credit for that tax when calculating what you owe here. The goal is to reduce or eliminate double taxation on the same income.

It’s important to note that this is not a refund. The relief simply reduces your Nigerian tax liability, subject to the limits provided by law.

To claim the relief, you’ll typically need proper records showing:

• The income earned.

• The foreign tax paid.

• Supporting documents that verify the payment.

This is one reason why good record keeping matters, especially for freelancers and remote workers earning across borders.

At LessaTax, we’re building tools to help you keep your income, expenses, and supporting documents organised throughout the year, so you’re better prepared when it’s time to file.

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