The Ministry of Finance and PAOC are currently working on the specific requirements for
qualification and practical experience. In addition, PAOC may conduct an interview and may
refuse to register any applicant who:
a. is not of good reputation or character,
b. is engaged in business/occupation inconsistent with integrity of PA,
c. is unfit to practice as a public accountant,
d. has had his registration, licence or approval to practice as a public accountant in any
other country or territory withdrawn, suspended, cancelled or revoked.
The applicant may have, within 30 days of the notice given, appeal to the Minister of Finance
whose decision shall be final.