Article 26 establishes a general anti-avoidance rule (GAAR). It stipulates that the tax effects of any agreement or transaction shall be disregarded if it is proven that its primary objective is tax reduction, deferral, or exemption. For tax assessment purposes, the true commercial or economic substance of the transaction must be prioritised over its legal form. This ensures that arrangements are evaluated based on their substantive reality to counteract artificial schemes designed solely for tax benefits. The executive regulations are designated to further define the specific terms and conditions for the application of this article.
Chapter 5 - Tax Audit, Assessment and Provisional Seizure
Article 26 - Anti-Tax Avoidance
The tax effects of any agreement or transaction shall not be recognized if it is proved that its main purpose is represented in tax reduction, deferral, or exemption. Upon conducting the tax assessment, it is important to consider the true commercial or economic significance of the agreement or the transaction.
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