Allow Carry forward of excess foreign tax credit: ICAI

Issue/Justification

The Income-tax Act, 1961 allows for set off in respect of foreign taxes paid on overseas income. However, in case of loss/inadequate profits, no set off may be possible. In the current economic scenario of the global economy, business outlook has become extremely uncertain and results have become very volatile.

Suggestion

It is suggested that assessees be permitted to carry forward (say for five years) such unutilized credit (in USA such relief is granted vide section 904(c) of Federal Tax Act) for adjustment in future years.

(SUGGESTIONS FOR RATIONALIZATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF DIRECT TAX LAWS)

Source-  ICAI Pre-Budget Memorandum–2018 (Direct Taxes and International Tax)