No—currency doesn’t determine withholding tax; the nature of the payment does (e.g., services, royalties, certain fees). Before paying a new category of cross-border fee, align the contract, invoice description, and payment narrative so the purpose is clear. When in doubt, classify payments early rather than trying to “fix” them during tax season.
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