Seniat implements Moda Seniat digital tax system in Venezuela

Román Maniglia, superintendent of the National Integrated Service of Customs and Tax Administration (Seniat), has announced the implementation of Moda Seniat, a new management model focused on modernization, digitalization, and automation of tax processes.

The initiative aims to eliminate bureaucratic barriers for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and individuals. Maniglia stated that the system is not punitive and is designed to benefit taxpayers by replacing physical requirements, such as the mandatory physical tax billboard, with digital platforms. This shift is expected to reduce administrative costs and processing times.

In its first three months, the Moda Seniat model has reportedly increased internal tax collection by between 27% and 28%. Key measures include a new segmentation for special taxpayers, where the monthly billing threshold has been raised to $50,000 for both natural and legal persons. Additionally, the institution is working to harmonize taxes with various municipalities and governorships to ensure a fair tax burden.