07 September 2009
Yes, TDS is applicable on commission paid to a Non-Resident u/s 195...
As per section 195 of the Income Tax Act, 1961, Any person making payment to any non-resident other than company or any foreign company by way of interest or any sum chargeable as income (other than salary) is liable to deduct tax at the rate specified..
For the above purpose of TDS u/s 195, rate of tax shall mean the rate of tax specified in- i) the Finance Act; or ii) an agreement u/s 90; or iii) an agreement u/s 91A.
Note: You need to obtained a Certificate from a Chartered Accountants for making any foreign remittances...