Pursuant to Cabinet Decision No. 221 of 2026, the Libyan government has established a new Tax Police Authority as an independent entity with legal personality as well as administrative and financial autonomy. The Authority operates under the supervision of the Tax Department and is intended to enhance the effectiveness of tax enforcement and compliance monitoring.
Summary
I. Key Objectives :
The establishment of the Tax Police Authority seeks to :
- Strengthen tax compliance and voluntary adherence to tax obligations.
- Improve the efficiency of public revenue collection.
- Combat tax fraud and tax evasion.
- Implement a risk-based approach to tax monitoring and enforcement.
- Enhance fiscal transparency and promote tax fairness.
Learn more :
Tax Newsletter, july 2026
Libya Establishes a Dedicated Tax Police Authority Strengthening the Fight Against Tax Evasion
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