I received a notification informing me to file my tax return for the Year of Assessment (YA) but I did not work last year. Do I need to file my tax return?

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Although you did not earn any income last year, you are still required to submit your Income Tax Return if you receive a letter, form or an SMS from IRAS informing you to do so.

I received a notification informing me to file my tax return for the Year of Assessment (YA) but I did not work last year. Do I need to file my tax return?

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