Customs & Tax Administration

Responsible for revenue collection, trade facilitation, and border protection – securing revenues needed to fund public services while supporting fair trade and protecting against illegal activities.

PICS High School Vocational Students Impress in Special Exhibit Showcase

March 27, 2025 – Nett, Pohnpei – Vocational students from PICS High School hosted an exciting and inspiring Exhibit Showcase, welcoming students, teachers, and families from neighboring high schools, including Madolenihmw High School. The event, funded by the World Bank FSM Skills and Employability Enhancement (SEE) Project held at PICS High School’s Agriculture Shop, Carpentry […]

Chuuk State Embraces ASYCUDAWorld, Advancing FSM’s Digitalization Goals

The Customs and Tax Administration (CTA) of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) continues to be at the forefront of digital innovation. Chuuk became the third state in FSM to implement the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD)-developed Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDAWorld) following its implementation in Pohnpei and Yap. The pivotal move enhances […]

Pohnpei gets a trade boost with new Customs Management System

15 March 2024Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia – Exciting news for Pohnpei’s trading community! In a significant leap toward modernizing customs management and enhancing trade facilitation, the Department of Finance and Administration, through the Customs and Tax Division (CTA), is launching its new customs management system called ASYCUDAWorld. The modern system will be fully operational […]