KOROR, Palau (April 14, 2026) — The Bureau of Revenue and Taxation has fined a hotel owner more than $60,000 in unpaid taxes, penalties and interest after an audit found the business underreported its income, officials said. The investigation was triggered by routine risk assessments that flagged inconsistencies between the hotel’s financial reporting and third-party […]
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Delayed Tax Exemption Reports Raise Transparency Concerns
Senate, prosecutors cite missing data, missed deadlines By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Palau’s Bureau of Revenue and Taxation (BRT) is facing criticism for failing to provide timely and complete reports on tax-exempt companies, raising concerns about transparency, fairness and compliance with the law. A review of official communications shows that for more than a […]
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Thousands Eligible for PGST Refunds as Government Announces February Payout
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — About 4,600 Palauans are eligible to receive tax refunds later this month, according to Bureau of Revenue and Taxation Director Elway Ikeda. Refund distribution is scheduled for Feb. 24–25 at the Palau Community College (PCC) cafeteria. Director Elway Ikeda of Revenue & Taxation reports on the disbursement dates of […]