Jocelerme Privert Welcomes Haiti’s New Tax Code as 2026–2027 Fiscal Year Begins

October 1, 2026, marks the entry into force of Haiti’s new Tax Code and the beginning of the 2026–2027 fiscal year. Together, these two milestones open a new chapter in the history of the country’s tax administration.

On this occasion, I extend my sincere and patriotic wishes to my fellow Haitians, both in Haiti and throughout the diaspora, for a better fiscal year—one guided by responsibility, solidarity, and hope.

My thoughts go especially to the dedicated tax officers serving across the country, to my former colleagues at the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI), and to all civil servants, executives, and employees working within the national tax administration. Their daily commitment, often under difficult conditions, deserves recognition and respect.I also salute Haiti’s taxpayers, whose contribution to financing the state is fundamental to our collective sovereignty.A renewed Tax Code is more than a technical instrument. It is also a political and civic commitment.

It reflects the determination of a state to reform itself, better serve its citizens, and establish a fairer, more transparent, and more equitable relationship between the administration and taxpayers.May this new fiscal year contribute meaningfully to strengthening the state, improving the mobilization of public resources, and consolidating a tax administration that is more efficient, equitable, and responsive to all.

Above all, may this new fiscal year be marked by peace, security, stability, and hope—for without these foundations, no reform can fully achieve its objectives.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and productive 2026–2027 fiscal year!Port-au-Prince,

October 1, 2026Jocelerme PRIVERT

Former Secretary of State for FinanceFormer Director General of the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI)