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Removal of VAT on Electricity and Water

With effect from April 1, 2020, water and electricity consumed by residences or businesses are zero rated. With the amendment to paragraph 7 of the Value Added Tax Act Schedule 1: “The following services are zero-rated for the purposes of Section…

Input VAT on Exports

Exporters of goods and services are hereby notified that effective October 1, 2020 there will be no imposition of Value Added Tax (VAT) on exports. Sections 18 (1) and (2) of the Value-Added Tax (Amendment) Act of 2020 states: “18. (1)…

Exemption of VAT on Medical Supplies

With effect from October 1, 2020 the supply of over the counter drugs, vitamins, minerals and tonics will no longer attract Value Added Tax (VAT). This measure is in accordance with amendment to Schedule 1 of the Value Added Tax…

Removal of VAT on Hinterland Travel

With effect from October 1, 2020, there will be no Value Added Tax (VAT) on supplies of travel and transportation to hinterland communities. This measure accords with the amendment to reflect the insertion of paragraph 12 to Schedule 1 of…

Removal of VAT on ATVs

With effect from October 1, 2020, Value Added Tax (VAT) has been removed from All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) being used in the Mining, Forestry, Agriculture, Manufacturing and other sectors. This measure accords with the amendment to reflect the insertion of paragraph…

NEW Licensing Fees

The general public is hereby notified of the following amendments to the Hucksters Licensing and Control Act Chapter 91:06 in respect to Licensing Fees. AMENDMENT NEW RATES Every Huckster: -  (a)   Who travels on foot or with a man-propelled vehicle,…

New Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Fees

The Guyana Revenue Authority hereby advises Liquor Licence Holders that effective October 1, 2020, the Intoxicating Liquor licensing fees shall be increased to reflect the following: SECTION Reduction of fees for Application & Renewal of Licences for Hotel, Restaurant, Members…
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