This portfolio was established by Order in Council on July 1, 1867. It was given statutory basis by Statute 31 Victoria, c. 49, assented to May 22, 1868.
The office of Minister of Inland Revenue was abolished and the position of Controller of Inland Revenue created by Statute 50-51 Victoria, c. 11, assented to June 23, 1887 and proclaimed in force December 3, 1892. This office was not a Cabinet portfolio per se, though frequently the incumbent was sworn of the Privy Council and attended Cabinet meetings.