Micronesia Division of Customs and Taxation Administration

Head of Administration:

Mr. John Uwas (Assistant Secretary)

Postal Address

P. O. Box PS 54

Palikir, Phonpei FM 96941

Staff Employed

40

Location of headquarters & regional offices

Agency's headquarters is located in Palikir, Phonpei State, FSM Capital

Major Regional Offices are located in Kolonia, Phonpei State, Tofol, Kosrae State, Weno, Chuuk State and Colonia, Yap State.

Major Function

Collect Revenue from national taxes

Inspection and clearance of vessels and aircraft (passengers and cargo)

Postal inspection and parcels clearance

Cargo examination and release

Collect Trade statistics

Border Control

Main priorities and challenges:

Collection of Government revenue

Customs Automation

Training – Manpower development

Resources – acquiring sufficient resources

Border Control – detection of illegal imports

Tax Evasion – undeclared goods and under reporting.

Contact:

Telephone: (691) 320 – 5855 / 2868

Facsimile:   (691) 320 – 5715