Tariffs are generally set below cost. The Department of Posts is self-financing and does not get any subsidy from the central government. For development purposes the department may obtain loans which have to be guaranteed by the government. The postal department realized a surplus during the 1996 financial year. The department has been able to finance itself for several years.
Postal staff are employees of the government under the civil service conditions of service.
Establishment and level of remuneration Salary scales and remuneration levels are determined by the government.