Tax Clearance Certificate
A Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) proves you have no outstanding tax liabilities with NRS. It's required for government contracts, tenders, import/export licenses, and many regulatory approvals in Nigeria.
Who Needs a Tax Clearance Certificate?
What's Included
How It Works
Tax Review
We check your filing history with NRS and identify any outstanding obligations
Clear Outstanding Liabilities
If you have unfiled returns or unpaid taxes, we resolve these first
TCC Application
We prepare and submit your TCC application to NRS
Certificate Collection
We collect your TCC from NRS and deliver it to you
Required Documents
Have these ready to speed up the process
Typically 10-14 working days once all tax obligations are clear. May take longer if there are outstanding returns to file first.
Why Choose Taxified
Contract Ready
A valid TCC is mandatory for government contract bids. Don't miss opportunities due to missing documentation.
Full Compliance
We ensure all outstanding tax matters are resolved before applying, preventing rejection.
Renewed Annually
TCCs are valid for one year. We can set up annual renewals so you're always ready.
Multi-Purpose
Your TCC works for contracts, licenses, land transactions, and regulatory approvals.
Consultation Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions
A TCC is valid for one calendar year (January to December). You need to renew it annually with NRS (Nigeria Revenue Service) to maintain compliance. Under the NTA 2025, TCCs remain essential for government contracts and many business transactions.
No. All outstanding tax liabilities must be cleared before NRS will issue a TCC. Under the NTAA 2025, NRS has expanded powers to enforce compliance, including direct bank account deductions. We help you resolve outstanding obligations and obtain your TCC.
The Nigeria Tax Act 2025 strengthened the role of TCCs. NRS (formerly FIRS) now has broader enforcement powers, and more transactions require proof of tax compliance. The TCC requirement remains for government contracts, tenders, import/export licenses, and regulatory approvals. Staying current with your tax filings is more important than ever.
While not legally required for all private contracts, many large corporations and organizations now request TCCs as part of their vendor onboarding process. Under the NTA 2025 enforcement regime, this practice is becoming more widespread.