DNA committee discusses changes to tax laws with the Tax Administration

The meeting focused on the second round of consideration with the government. The committee and the tax experts present reviewed the bills article by article to discuss possible bottlenecks and proposed adjustments. Oral instruments and specific points of attention concerning the Tax Collection Act were also addressed.

Representing the Belastingdienst Suriname, Angenita Bansie, acting head of Fiscal Affairs, among others, took part in the consultations. She was assisted by other experts from the service.

Greater uniformity and transparency in taxation

The proposed General Tax Act is intended to bring greater uniformity and transparency to tax legislation. The bill is intended to ensure unambiguous rules for the levying of various taxes and the related administrative procedures.

The Tax Collection Act specifically focuses on the State’s options and powers to actually collect taxes owed. It takes into account the special legal position of the Belastingdienst as a creditor.

Both bills were submitted on June 29, 2026, and form part of the legislative process intended to contribute to a clearer legal framework for taxation and tax collection in Suriname.

Parliamentary consideration to continue

The committee of rapporteurs is chaired by Rabindre Parmessar. In addition to the chair, members of parliament Kishan Ramsukul, Jennifer Vreedzaam, Asiskumar Gajadien, Ronny Asabina and Rossellie Cotino also took part in the meeting. Through the technical consultations, the committee aims to prepare the further consideration of the bills with the government and ensure that the proposed amendments and points of attention can be addressed specifically during the second round of consideration. It is not yet known when further public consideration of both bills will take place.