The Office of the Tax Commissioner operates under the direction
of the Ministry of Finance.
Our mission is to promote the highest levels of taxpayer
compliance with the Taxes Legislation by providing quality
and efficient service, effective taxpayer education and responsible
enforcement and in so doing, contribute to the economic and
social well-being of all Bermudians.
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The Honourable Paula A. Cox
Minister of Finance
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As the Minister of Finance, Ms. Cox sets out the fiscal
policy for Bermuda and directs the Financial Secretary
regarding the implementation of policy.
The Minister uses the budget as the key tool in achieving
her goals but also develops additional policies and
legislation as needed to encourage sustained economic
growth.
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Heather Jacobs Matthews, CA
Tax Commissioner |
As Tax Commissioner, Mrs. Jacobs Matthews is responsible
for the day-to-day administration and enforcement of
program legislation under the authority of the Minister
of Finance.
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- Payroll Tax
- Land Tax
- Stamp Duties
- Cruise Ship Departure Tax
- Hotel Occupancy Tax
- Airport Departure Tax
- Foreign Currency Purchase Tax
- Corporate Services Tax
- Passenger Cabin Tax
- Betting Duty
- Timesharing Services Tax
- Timesharing Occupancy Tax
- Yacht Arrival Tax
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The following principal legislation falls under the purview
of the Tax Commissioner:
- The Betting Act 1975
- The Corporate Services Tax Act 1995
- The Foreign Currency Purchase Tax Act 1975
- The Land Tax Act 1967
- The Land Valuation and Tax Act 1967
- The Miscellaneous Taxes Act 1976
- The Miscellaneous Taxes (Rates)Act 1980
- The Payroll Tax Act 1995
- The Payroll Tax Rates Act 1995
- The Stamp Duties Act 1976
- The Taxes Management Act 1976
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