Monday, March 26, 2012

Parliament Rejected Bill Restricting Cash Payments

The Parliament rejected a draft bill, which sought to extend restrictions on cash operation to natural persons. The bill was introduced by the Government with a view to combat tax evasion. Its provisions would prohibit cash payments in excess of 3 million drams (approx. $7,700), including payments for real estate transactions. Currently such restrictions are imposed only on business by virtue of the Law on Cash Operations.