Cha Eun-woo Files Tax Appeal After Paying 13 Billion-Won Assessment

On August 2 the South Korean singer-actor Cha Eun-woo submitted a petition to the National Tax Service’s Tax Tribunal seeking a cancellation of a 13 billion-won tax assessment that he had already paid in full. The appeal was filed within the statutory 90-day window after Cha received the assessment notice.

The Straits TimesCha Eun Woo Files Appeal After Paying $9 Million in Back Taxes, Reigniting Tax Dispute Cha Eun Woo Appeals Multibillion Won Tax Assessment That He Paid Earlier This Year Cha Eun-woo (29), a member of the group Astro and actor, filed for a tax trial regarding the taxatio. .

The dispute originated in January when the Seoul Regional National Tax Service’s Investigation Bureau examined a corporation registered in Cha’s mother’s name that managed his entertainment activities. The agency classified the entity as a “ghost company” that provided no genuine services, leading to an initial tax assessment of more than 20 billion won. Cha’s team requested a pre-assessment review, which was denied. After adjustments—including deductions for double taxation—the final assessment was reduced to 13 billion won, which Cha paid in April while serving in the military band.

The Straits Times

• 13 billion won (? $9 million) – amount paid and now under appeal.

Cha Eun Woo Files Appeal After Paying $9 Million in Back Taxes, Reigniting Tax Dispute

• >20 billion won – original assessment before adjustments.

The Straits Times

• 0.22 % daily penalty rate (? 8 % annually) applies to unpaid taxes, though Cha’s payment avoided additional charges.

Cha Eun Woo Files Appeal After Paying $9 Million in Back Taxes, Reigniting Tax Dispute

• Tax cases involving disputed amounts between 10 billion and 20 billion won typically require about a year or longer to resolve.

Cha Eun Woo Files Appeal After Paying $9 Million in Back Taxes, Reigniting Tax Dispute

• Cha’s scheduled military discharge is January 27, 2027.

Cha Eun-woo (29), a member of the group Astro and actor, filed for a tax trial regarding the taxatio. .

Cha’s own April statement expressed respect for the National Tax Service’s findings and pledged full compliance with any remaining procedures.

Cha Eun Woo Appeals Multibillion Won Tax Assessment That He Paid Earlier This Year

• “In order to obtain a legal ruling [on the matter], Cha Eun Woo has filed a request for a tax adjudication in accordance with legal procedures,” — Fantagio

Cha Eun Woo Appeals Multibillion Won Tax Assessment That He Paid Earlier This Year

Sources differ on the U.S. dollar equivalent of the 13 billion-won assessment: some report $9 million, while others cite $11.5 million. No additional details have been released regarding the specific evidence Cha will present to the Tribunal, and the final ruling date remains unspecified beyond the expectation that it will occur after his military service ends.

The Straits Times

The Tax Tribunal’s decision is anticipated after Cha completes his military service in January 2027. If the Tribunal rules in his favor, he could receive a refund of the taxes paid; if the appeal is rejected, he may pursue an administrative lawsuit against the National Tax Service.

Cha Eun Woo Files Appeal After Paying $9 Million in Back Taxes, Reigniting Tax Dispute