The Guatemalan Tax Reform [Paperback]

This book describes the analysis that led to the reform of the Guatemalan tax system in 1992. It also describes the tax policy aspects to improve tax administration, budgeting and fiscal planning, and a training program in customs and tax administration.Preface -- The Macroeconomic Setting for Tax Reform -- Performance of the Pre-reform Tax System -- Problems with the Guatemalan Tax System -- Objectives and Approach -- Individual Income Tax: Proposals and Reforms -- Company Income Tax: Proposals and Reform -- Value-Added Tax and Other Taxes: Proposals and Reform -- Impact of the Reform Program and Next Steps -- Individual Income Tax Microsimulation Models -- About the Book and Authors