Media Release: Trinidad and Tobago Removed from EU Tax List
Excerpt: “This important milestone reflects several years of sustained commitment, constructive dialogue, and close cooperation between the Ministry of Finance of Trinidad and Tobago and European Union authorities, aimed at aligning with internationally agreed standards for tax good governance. Hailing the decision, EU Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago, H.E. Cécile Tassin stated: “The progress made […]
Media Release: USD 1.0 Billion Sovereign Bond Successfully Issued in the U.S. Market
On 22nd January, 2026, the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago successfully completed the issuance of a USD 1.0 Billion Sovereign Bond in the United States (U.S.) market. The bonds were oversubscribed by approximately 2.5 times, underscoring strong and diversified investor demand for investment into this country.
Public Notice: Tax Amnesty 2024
The Inland Revenue Division (IRD), Ministry of Finance, invites all relevant members of the public to take advantage of the Tax Amnesty for the duration of October 1st, 2024 to December 31st, 2024. The Amnesty provides for a waiver on the penalties and interest listed. The Tax Amnesty covers all prior tax periods up to […]
Media Release: Media Misinformation on Tobago Airport Project
Excerpt: “To debunk the half-truths, deception and outright lies in that editorial, the Minister of Finance held another press conference on December 6th, 2024, and produced documentary evidence of the structural integrity of the project to the media from a range of experts working on the project, such as: These letters (attached) confirmed strict adherence […]
Media Release: WIGUT and Opposition Mislead Public on UWI Salary Negotiations
The Minister of Finance, Hon. Colm Imbert, MP, has taken note of statements made by representatives of the West Indies Group of University Teachers (WIGUT), who appear to be unaware of who their employer is and with whom they should negotiate terms and conditions of employment. Regrettably, the media, as is often the case, has […]
Feature Address by the Hon. Colm Imbert, Minister of Finance at ICATT’s 15th Annual International Finance and Accounting Conference
As we explore the theme of “Pioneering Excellence,” we acknowledge the importance of being ahead of the curve during rapidly changing economic paradigms, regulatory environments, and technological advancements. Both the opportunities and the challenges we face are complicated. The International Financial Reporting Standards, or IFRSs, are a fundamental concept in the financial community. They assist […]
Media Release: Trinidad and Tobago has joined the World’s Widest Reaching Multilateral Treaty for International Tax Co-Operation and Exchange of Information by Signing the Multilateral Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters
On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Headquarters in Paris, the Honourable Colm Imbert, MP, Minister of Finance of Trinidad and Tobago, signed the Multilateral Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters (the Convention). This signing brings the total number of jurisdictions participating in the Convention to […]
Media Release: The EximBank Forex Window for the Importation of Essential Items has been Resumed after careful review
After careful consideration and a comprehensive review by the Ministry of Finance and the EximBank over the last month, Cabinet, at its regular weekly meeting last week, which was held on Friday, November 1st, 2024, agreed to a recommendation from the Minister of Finance that the forex window at the EximBank for essential imports, which […]
Introduction of Property Tax Online Bill Payment
We are pleased to advise that effective today, Wednesday 30th October, 2024 (from 10:00 p.m.), First Citizens customers can pay their property tax via the First Citizens Online Banking and Mobile App.
Media Release: Caribbean Airlines Wage Negotiations
Further to the earlier media release on this matter, Caribbean Airlines has just informed the Minister of Finance that while the figures the airline provided to him for public dissemination regarding the pilots’ salaries were correct, the figure for pilots’ allowances provided by CAL was incorrect.It is expected that CAL will promptly correct that inaccuracy.