What You Need to Know
Starting January 5, the city of Maputo will commence the collection of various municipal taxes at 15 service counters throughout the municipality. Taxes include the Municipal Vehicle Tax, Municipal Property Tax, Municipal Personal Tax, and Cleaning and Advertising Fees. The Maputo City Council has also opened nine bank accounts for residents to facilitate tax payments.
Africa-Press – Mozambique. This Monday, January 5th, collection of various municipal taxes begins in the city of Maputo, at 15 service counters and posts across the municipality.
These include the Municipal Vehicle Tax (IAV), Municipal Property Tax (IPRA), Municipal Personal Tax (IPA), and the Cleaning and Advertising Fees.
To facilitate payments, the Maputo City Council has opened nine bank accounts across several commercial banks, where residents are required to deposit or transfer the amounts corresponding to their tax obligations.
Municipal tax collection is a crucial aspect of local governance, providing essential funding for public services and infrastructure. In Mozambique, the effective collection of taxes is vital for the development of urban areas, especially in growing cities like Maputo, where financial resources are needed to address various community needs.
The introduction of multiple payment options aims to enhance compliance and ease the burden on residents. By allowing deposits and transfers through commercial banks, the Maputo City Council seeks to streamline the tax collection process and ensure that funds are available for municipal projects and services.
