Bolivia

On 13 October 2026, the Bolivian government enacted Supreme Decree No. 5218, approving a comprehensive Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption regime for the importation and domestic sale of raw materials, inputs, machinery, equipment, and spare parts destined exclusively for industrialization activities within the national territory. The measure, effective from 1 November 2026 through 31 December

On 12 October 2026, the National Tax Service (SIN) released its cumulative tax collection report for the first nine months of fiscal year 2026, revealing total revenue of Bs 39,795.1 million (approximately USD 5.76 billion), representing a nominal increase of 12.4% compared to the same period in 2025. The report, prepared in accordance with the

On 12 October 2026, Bolivia’s Ministry of Economy and Public Finance (MEFP) announced the conclusion of the 50/50 Meeting between the central government and departmental governors, resulting in binding agreements to strengthen subnational fiscal capacities. The accords operate under Law No. 1178 (Public Finance Law) and Supreme Decree No. 27844, which mandate equitable distribution of

On 7 October 2026, the National Tax Service (Servicio de Impuestos Nacionales – SIN) of Bolivia inaugurated “La Colmena” (The Beehive), a dedicated childcare and recreational center for the children of tax administration personnel. This initiative forms part of the SIN’s institutional wellness program under the current administration’s “Administración Tributaria 3.0” strategy, which emphasizes human

On 30 September 2026, Bolivia’s National Tax Service (SIN) presented the results of the Alivio Tributario (Tax Relief) program and advances in the Tax Administration 3.0 modernization initiative at an international forum. The program, launched under Law No. 1448, aims to reduce tax burdens for compliant taxpayers and promote voluntary compliance through digital transformation. The

On 29 September 2026, Bolivia’s National Customs Authority (Aduana Nacional) announced the seizure of three containers holding cosmetics falsely declared as toys, with a commercial value exceeding $1.1 million. The operation underscores the administration’s intensified focus on customs valuation fraud and misclassification schemes that erode VAT and customs duty revenues. The seizure was executed under

During the Expocruz 2026 international fair held in Santa Cruz from 19 to 28 September 2026, the National Tax Service (SIN) deployed a dedicated taxpayer assistance operation that provided personalized guidance to over 15,000 attendees. The initiative formed part of the Administration 3.0 strategy to bring tax services closer to citizens and businesses, particularly small

On 25 September 2026, the Ministry of Economy and Public Finance (MEFP) reported that the Fiscal Support Nuclei (Núcleos de Apoyo Fiscal) have expanded their tax education outreach to university students in Santa Cruz. This initiative, coordinated by the National Tax Service (Servicio de Impuestos Nacionales – SIN), aims to cultivate a culture of tax

On 24 September 2026, Bolivia’s National Tax Service (Servicio de Impuestos Nacionales) announced the expansion of Fiscal Support Nuclei (Núcleos de Apoyo Fiscal) in Santa Cruz, aimed at strengthening tax education among university students. This initiative forms part of the administration’s broader strategy to foster a culture of voluntary tax compliance and to bridge the

On 24 September 2026, coinciding with the 216th anniversary of Santa Cruz department, the National Tax Service highlighted the region’s critical role as Bolivia’s second-largest tax contributor after La Paz. The tax authority emphasized Santa Cruz’s consistent growth in tax collections, driven by its dynamic agricultural, industrial, and commercial sectors. The celebration included recognition of