Important RUT Updates for 2025: What You Need to Know

The National Tax and Customs Directorate (Dian) has announced significant updates to the Unique Tax Registry (RUT) to improve its management and enhance data protection. Notably, the RUT will have indefinite validity and will no longer show the issuance date, reducing confusion and unnecessary procedures for citizens.

Main Changes:

- Only the Generation Date: The RUT will now only display the generation date at the footer, removing the update date to avoid misunderstandings about the document’s validity.

- Increased Data Protection: The identity document issuance date (previously in box 27) will be removed from the RUT PDF to reduce the risk of identity theft.

- Indefinite Validity: The RUT no longer requires periodic updates unless there are changes in personal information like residence, contact details, or tax responsibilities.

Verifying RUT Authenticity:

To ensure validity, businesses and public entities must check:

- The generation date.

- The watermark stating "certified copy at no cost" or "document certified at no cost."

Free and Simplified Procedures:

Dian reminded that RUT-related procedures are free and can be done via official channels. For the latest RUT information, visit their website: www.dian.gov.co/impuestos/RUT.

These measures aim to reduce unnecessary steps, protect personal data, and simplify tax management for citizens.