Ministry of Finance and Legal Affairs

The Ministry of Finance and Legal Affairs of Antigua & Barbuda is a central government ministry responsible for managing the country’s public finances, economic policy and legal administration. Based on official government sources, the Ministry oversees key functions including national budgeting and fiscal policy, public debt management, revenue administration, economic planning, public sector financial management, and legal affairs, which encompass the Attorney General’s responsibilities, legislative drafting and legal advice to the government. The Ministry works closely with statutory bodies, financial institutions and international partners to support economic stability, sustainable development and sound governance. Through its finance mandate, it guides taxation policy, public expenditure and financial regulation, while its legal affairs arm supports the rule of law and the effective operation of the justice system. Headquartered in St. John’s, the Ministry of Finance and Legal Affairs plays a pivotal role in shaping Antigua & Barbuda’s economic direction and legal framework.