Search Generic filters Hidden label Exact matches only Hidden label Hidden label Hidden label Latest NewsTax LawsTax PoliciesTax Guides#TaxSimplifiedNewslettersAnnual ReportsSpeechesLatest News Royalty Payments to Guyana GovernmentThe Guyana Revenue Authority chose to maintain its objectivity by not engaging in public discourse/debate on issues related to taxation of the Oil and Gas Industry, since in many instances, these topical matters posed a conflict of interest for the…Read moreINVITATION FOR BID (IFB) – Supply & Installation of Cold Storage FreezerINVITATION FOR BIDS 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the outlined categories for the “SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF 20’ X 20’ X 16’H FREEZER COLD STORAGE” Lot…Read moreINVITATION FOR BID (IFB) – Rehabilitation of Integrated Regional Tax Office, CorrivertonINVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the execution of: REHABILITATION OF INTEGRATED REGIONAL TAX OFFICE – CORRIVERTON, REGION 6. 2. Interested bidders may peruse…Read moreNOTICE – NOTIFICATION OF REQUIRMENTS FOR SUFFERANCE WHARFThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to notify the general public of the criteria to be satisfied upon application for sufferance wharf. According to Section 2 of the Customs Act Chapter 82:01, “sufferance wharf means any place other than an…Read moreADVISORY – Sale of Motor Vehicle Licence: Drive- Through ServiceTaxpayers are hereby reminded they can purchase their Motor Vehicle Licence from the Licence Revenue Office (LRO) located at GRA’s Parking Lot, Lamaha Railway Embankment, Camp and Lamaha Streets. The LRO location offers a convenient drive through facility. Ensure you…Read moreAlcohol for DisposalThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) will be disposing a quantity of alcoholic beverages on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection of the goods will be facilitated daily, commencing Wednesday, June 8, 2022, and concluding on Friday, June 10, 2022,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | Transfer of LicencesThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. APPLICATION TO TRANSFER FROM PERSON TO…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | New LicencesThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | New LicencesThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo | New LicencesThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreInvitation For Bid – Construction of Living Quarters (Moleson Creek)INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: CONSTRUCTION OF LIVING QUARTERS – MOLESON CREEK, REGION 6 2. Interested bidders may peruse the bid…Read moreRenewal of Licence for Customhouse BrokersThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind Licenced Customhouse Brokers that the extended deadline for the renewal of Customshouse Brokers Licences ended April 30, 2022. However, to date, some brokers have failed to comply in accordance with the requirements…Read moreRemoval of VAT from cementThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to notify Importers, Brokers, suppliers and the General Public that a supply of Building Cement, as per tariff headings nos. 2523.29.10.00, 2523.29.90.00, and 2523.90.00.00, is now zero rated for Value-Added Tax (VAT) purposes. This…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara – 3rd QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Third Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo – 3rd QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Third Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice – 3rd QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Third Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreGRA Must Secure Taxpayers’ Information- Encourages E-filingDear Editor, In response to Columnist Mr. Freddie Kissoon’s article in the Kaieteur News dated April 28, 2022, captioned ‘Guyana Revenue Authority'; The irrationality of a Country’, the GRA wishes to advise as follows: The GRA approached three entities (malls)…Read moreLate Filing & Late Payment Penalties & InterestThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind taxpayers that the due date for the submission of the following categories of Tax Returns and payment of taxes on those returns is May 3, 2022: Individual Income Tax Return Corporation Tax…Read moreDeadline for Submission of Returns | Payment of TaxesThe public is hereby advised that the glitches recently experienced by some persons trying to use the Guyana Revenue Authority’s e-services platform were resolved. Taxpayers are encouraged to file all relevant returns online and on time. Remember, that the submission…Read moreExtended Working HoursThe public is hereby advised that the Guyana Revenue Authority will be extending the working hours of its Cashiers for the period April 25-April 29, 2022 and May 3, 2022 to facilitate the timely payment of outstanding taxes. During this…Read moreModernised Licence Revenue Office by 2023Georgetown, Wednesday, April 13, 2022: To support the expansion of operations and offer more effective and efficient systems and services to the General Public, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has commenced reconstruction of its Licence Revenue Office situated at Smyth…Read moreNew Amsterdam IRTO, a product of GRA’s infrastructure development driveGeorgetown, Wednesday, April 13, 2022: The Guyana Revenue Authority continues to make strides since embarking on a major enhanced service delivery programme that includes general upgrading and planned construction of regional offices. A notable outcome of this service enhancement programme…Read moreDisposal of Motor Vehicles by Sealed BidsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of forty-two (42) Obsolete Motor Vehicles on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection by interested bidders will be facilitated daily commencing Monday, April 19, 2022, and concluding…Read moreGRA Tax Sites 2022The Guyana Revenue Authority has reintroduced Tax Sites to assist taxpayers to meet their legal obligations in a timely manner. Taxpayers are urged to file their Individual Income Tax, Individual Property Tax, Company Property Tax, Corporation Tax and Capital Gains…Read moreList of Certified Tax Practice Professionals | 2022The following list of Professionals have been issued with Tax Practice Certificates as at March 17, 2022. MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS NO. NAME PROFESSION 1 Shailendra Sugrim Medical Practitioner 2 Sivindranath Mangru Medical Practitioner 3 Dharam Sawh Medical Practitioner 4 Senthil Kailasam…Read moreComing Soon to Onverwagt- GRA’s new Tax Office!! Improving countrywide access to tax servicesGeorgetown, Thursday, March 24, 2022: In keeping with its mandate to offer its services to stakeholders in all regions of Guyana, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has commenced construction of a new Integrated Regional Tax Office (IRTO) at Onverwagt, West…Read moreMisleading ArticleGeorgetown, Thursday, March 24, 2022: Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to clarify a misleading article in the Stabroek News dated March 24, 2022, on page 8, which states: “GRA,GEA ordered to reinstate licenses to Atlantic Fuels”. The Article further reads, “The…Read moreReduction of Excise Tax on Fuel (Gasoline and Diesel)The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise all Importers, Licenced Customhouse Brokers that the Government has given approval for the rates on gasoline and diesel specified under the Excise Tax Act Chapter 82:03 to be reduced as follows: HS…Read moreNew measures on motor vehicles for re-migrants, double cab and single cab pickups, new motor trucksThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has implemented the new budget measures on motor vehicles for re-migrants, double cab and single cab pickups, new motor trucks of any tonnage for the transport of goods, new haulers or similar vehicles used for…Read moreShooting incident involving GRA officerGeorgetown, Thursday, March 17, 2022: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is aware of a shooting incident in the neighborhood of La Bonne Intention (LBI) East Coast Demerara involving one of its officers on Sunday, March 13, 2022. While the Guyana Police…Read moreNotice to Employers, Employees & Self-Employed Persons | Changes to Income Tax ThresholdIn accordance with the Fiscal Enactments Amendment Act No. 5 of 2022, and with effect from January 1, 2022, the statutory deduction or free pay for employed and self-employed individuals has been revised from seven hundred and eighty thousand dollars…Read moreWithholding Tax Exemption – Aged and Incapacitated Persons Exempt from Income Tax PaymentIn accordance with the Fiscal Enactments (Amendment) Act No. 5 of 2022, Section 8 of the Income Tax Act Chapter 81:01 has been amended, thereby increasing the annual statutory deduction from seven hundred and eighty thousand dollars ($780,000) to nine…Read moreContractors- 2% Withholding TaxWith effect from January 1, 2022, and in accordance with the Fiscal Enactments (Amendment) Act No. 5 of 2022, Section 13 and 14 of the Income Tax Act Chapter 81:01, which mandates the deduction of Resident Withholding Tax at the…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice – 2nd QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the general public is hereby notified that the Second Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo – 2nd QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the general public is hereby notified that the Second Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara – 2nd QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Second Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreExemption from Withholding Tax on Total Earned Interest not exceeding G$10,000Section 39(1)(c) of the Income Tax Act Chapter 81:01 has been amended in accordance with the Fiscal Enactments (Amendment) Act 2022, Act No. 5 of 2022 with the inclusion of the following Proviso: Section 39 (1)(c) of the Income Tax…Read moreGRA installs First baggage scanner at Moleson Creek Guyana/Suriname crossingGeorgetown, Monday, March 7, 2022: Customs operations at the Moleson Creek Guyana/Suriname border crossing is boosted with the installation of a new baggage scanner to improve monitoring and promote seamless processing of passengers’ baggage and cargo at the Guyana/Suriname border…Read moreInvitation For Bid (IFB) – Extension of Custom BoathouseGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: EXTENSION OF CUSTOMS BOATHOUSE – STABROEK, GEORGETOWN, REGION 4. 2. Interested bidders may peruse the bid document at the procuring…Read moreGRA engaging stakeholders on tax obligations ahead of April 30 Tax payment and return filing deadlineGeorgetown, Wednesday, March 2, 2022: Ahead of the April 30th deadline for filing Tax Returns, officers from the Guyana Revenue Authority’s Tax Advisory Services Section are busy educating and informing taxpayers to comply with the filing requirements and the importance…Read morePayment of Taxes via Wire TransferThe GRA wishes to advise non-resident individuals and companies making payment of taxes via wire transfer that a formal request must be made by way of email or written correspondence to the Commissioner-General requesting GRA's banking information. Emails can be…Read moreExcise Stamps on CigarettesGeorgetown, Thursday, February 17, 2022: The Revenue Authority wishes to remind all importers, wholesalers and retailers that all imported package/unit of alcoholic/tobacco products must be affixed with an excise stamp in accordance with the amendment made under Regulation 212 of…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara (New Licences)The under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExtension of Relief for Freight Charges for ImportsIn keeping with the Budget Measures recently announced for 2022 and His Excellency, The President’s directive on relief for freight charges, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to inform the general public that the relief is extended to December 31,…Read more“PAC” Motor Vehicle Registration Series to Commence ShortlyGeorgetown, GRA, Wednesday, February 2, 2022: The Guyana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) Licence Revenue Office will soon commence the registration of motor vehicles in the “PAC” series as the “PAB” series comes to an end. The current “PAB” series began on…Read moreReduction of Excise Tax on FuelThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to advise importers and brokers, that the Government of Guyana has approved the further reduction of Excise Tax on the importation of fuel. This measure took effect from Thursday, January 27, 2022. Therefore, in accordance…Read moreSale of Want of Entry Motor Vehicles by Sealed Bids – 2022The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of Want of Entry motor vehicles on an ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection by interested bidders will be facilitated daily commencing Monday, February 7, 2022 and concluding…Read moreProfessionals: Tax Practice CertificateIt is 2022 and the Guyana Revenue Authority is urging Professionals to commence renewal of their Practice Certificates. Professionals have from January 1 to February 28 each year to pay professional fees and renew their certificates in keeping with Section…Read moreSCAM ALERTGeorgetown, Wednesday, January 19, 2022: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) would like to caution the general public to be on alert for potential scam calls from persons pretending to be GRA representatives. It is has come to the attention of…Read moreAnna Regina IRTO Issuing Provisional Driver’s LicenceThe Guyana Revenue Authority's Anna Regina Integrated Regional Tax Office (IRTO) will commence the processing of Learners Provisional Driver’s Licence on Monday, January 24, 2022. If you are visiting the Anna Regina IRTO to obtain your provisional licence, please ensure…Read moreEmployers: Issuance of 7B Slips (Emolument Slips)The Guyana Revenue Authority is urging employers to assist their employees to file income tax returns on time by issuing them with 7B Slip or emolument slip in a timely manner. Employers should seek to complete distribution of 7B Slips…Read moreExpedited Clearance of Courier Cargo Imported by Government AgenciesThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), wishes to notify courier services that with immediate effect, courier consignments to the below mentioned agencies are approved for immediate release to those entities: Office of the President; Ministry of Health; Ministry of Agriculture; Ministry…Read moreNEW C21 PROCEDURES – IMPORTERS/EXPORTERS AND LICENCED CUSTOMHOUSE BROKERSThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise all Importers, Licenced Customhouse Brokers and Company Brokers that applications for Entry Provisional (C21) must be submitted to the Assistant Commissioner/Manager, Wharves or Assistant Commissioner/Manager of Airports, relevant to the location of…Read moreDISPOSAL OF WANT-OF-ENTRY CARGO – IMPORTERS AND LICENCED CUSTOMHOUSE BROKERSThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise all Importers, Licensed Customhouse Brokers and Company Brokers that by operations of Section 90 (1) and (2) of the Customs Act, any goods imported and not entered and cleared within thirty (30)…Read moreCOVID-19 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES (EXTENSION)List of COVID-19 Medical Supplies HS Codes The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has received approval from the Government of Guyana to extend the exemptions of Customs Duty, Value-Added Tax, Excise Tax and Stamp Duty where applicable on the attached list…Read moreOptimal E-Services Registration ProcessThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to remind taxpayers that registration for an e-services account via the Optimal Revenue Management System (RMS) requires you to upload a scanned copy of your valid National Identification/passport/driver’s licence. The Revenue Authority continues to receive…Read moreDiscovery of narcotics in Rum shipment to NetherlandsGeorgetown, Friday, December 3, 2021: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to clarify recent statements in the media relating to the discovery of narcotics in a shipment of rum to the Netherlands. The consignment, which originated in Guyana, was scanned…Read moreDate for Relocation of LRO Smyth Street RevisedGeorgetown, Tuesday November 23, 2021: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has revised the date for the relocation of its Licence Revenue Office from Smyth and Princes Streets to GRA’s Parking Lot, Lamaha Railway Embankment, Camp and Lamaha streets due to…Read moreGRA Facilitates Online TransactionsGeorgetown, GRA, November 19, 2021: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA wishes to respond to a post on the Big Smith News Watch facebook page captioned “Is GRA Serious?” which stated, among other things that the entity has a “system that…Read moreDocuments Required for Motor Vehicle Registration/Transfer/Change of DetailsThe Guyana Revenue Authority is facilitating registration and examination of motor vehicles by appointment at its Licence Revenue Operations located at the GRA’s Parking Lot at the Lamaha Railway Embankment, Camp and Lamaha Streets. Persons are encouraged to ensure they…Read moreProcedures for establishment and functioning of shore bases/warehouses for customs purposesGeorgetown, Wednesday November 17, 2021: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) hereby notifies interested stakeholders of the procedures/requirements for the establishment and functioning of Shore Bases which provides goods and services to the Petroleum Sector. GRA had published a Notice in…Read moreSale of Seized and Want of Entry Motor Vehicles by sealed bidsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of Seized and Want of Entry motor vehicles, on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection by interested bidders will be facilitated daily commencing Monday, December 6, 2021…Read moreNew Requirements for Taxpayers Entering GRA’s OfficesGeorgetown, GRA, Wednesday, November 3, 2021: Subject to the updated Covid-19 Emergency Measures publicized in the Official Gazette of October 30, 2021, any person who wishes to enter the offices of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) must now be fully…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo (New Licences) – 4th QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice (New Licences) – 4th QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara ( New Licences) – 4th QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreRequest for Proposal for the Design and Supervision of the Construction of a new Guyana Revenue Authority Headquarters Building at Plantation Pattensen, Greater Georgetown, Region#4REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Subject: REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR THE DESIGN AND SUPERVISION OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW GUYANA REVENUE AUTHORITY HEADQUARTERS BUILDING, AT PLANTATION PATTENSEN, GREATER GEORGETOWN. REGION # 4. 1. The Government of Guyana (hereinafter called “client”) through…Read moreGRA Stresses the Importance of VAT Return FilingGeorgetown, Friday, October 22, 2021: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has noted with some concern, a drastic reduction in filing of VAT returns by VAT Registrants over the previous quarter (July to September) of 2021. Registrants are reminded of Section…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of Motor Vehicles1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the outlined categories – “Supply and Delivery of Motor Vehicles (New)” Lot I– Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) Lot II– Double Cab…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of Automatic Transfer Switch with Isolated Bypass & Remote Monitoring CapacitiesINVITATION FOR BIDS 1. The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Procurement of automatic transfer switch with isolated bypass & remote monitoring capacities”. 2. Required period of…Read moreMalicious Allegations against Senior Officers of the Guyana Revenue AuthorityThe GRA is cognizant of a video being circulated on social media leveling malicious, reckless and baseless allegations against some of its Senior Officers. The GRA wishes to vehemently dismiss this sinister plot aimed at besmirching the character and good…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Construction of Living Quarters #3, New Amsterdam, Berbice, Region No. 6INVITATION FOR BIDS Date: October 12, 2021 Source of Financing: Government of Guyana 1. The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Construction of Living Quarters #3, New…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of FirearmsINVITATION FOR BIDS 1. The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Procurement of Firearms”. 2. Required period of service: November 2021 3. The bidding documents may be…Read moreNotification of Appointment of Private Warehouse and Sufferance WharfIssued under Section 2 and Part IV, Cap 82:01 CITATION This Notice may be cited as the notification of the appointment of a private warehouse or sufferance wharf by the Commissioner-General of the Revenue Authority, pursuant to the Customs Act,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo – 4th QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the general public is hereby notified that the Fourth Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2021, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice – 4th QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the general public is hereby notified that the Fourth Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2021, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara – 4th QuarterIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the general public is hereby notified that the Fourth Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2021, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreEnforcement Officers injured by Gunfire during Anti-Smuggling Operation in the Mahaica regionGeorgetown, Friday, September 3, 2021: Two (2) officers attached to the Law Enforcement and Investigation Division (LEID) of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) were seriously injured during an anti-smuggling operation during the late hours of Thursday evening of September 2,…Read moreRelief for freight charges for importsFurther to the Notice issued on relief for freight charges to pre-pandemic levels in the calculation of duties and taxes, in keeping with directive of His Excellency, the President, Dr. Irfaan Ali, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice ( New | Transfer of Licences) – 3rd QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo ( Transfer Licences) – 3rd QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara ( New Licences) – 3rd QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreNotice: CUSTOMHOUSE BROKER LICENCE APPLICANTSPursuant to subsidiary 204D, Part XX1 (Customhouse Broker) of the Customs Regulation made under Section 275 of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01, applications for Customhouse broker licences for the year 2021 have been filed by the undermentioned persons. Written comment(s)…Read moreFake Pornographic Video CirculationGeorgetown, Tuesday, August 17, 2021: Over the past week, a video of pornographic nature has been circulating around various social media channels purporting to be from the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA). The GRA wishes to advise that no such video…Read moreCustoms House Brokers Training 2021The Guyana Revenue Authority is advising persons who have previously submitted applications for the upcoming Customs House Brokers Training, to note the following: The date of commencement of the Course is September 6, 2021 Qualifying applicants will be contacted to…Read moreRELIEF FOR FREIGHT CHARGES FOR IMPORTSIn keeping with His Excellency, the President’s directive on relief for freight charges to pre-pandemic levels in the calculation of duties and taxes on goods imported and sold locally, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) advises that the relief to freight…Read moreSale of Want of Entry Personal Effect Cargo, Mercedes Benz and Toyota Rav-4 by Sealed BidsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of Want of Entry Personal Effect Cargo, a Mercedes Benz Car and Toyota Rav-4 on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection by interested bidders will be facilitated…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Provision of Maintenance Service for Air Condition Units, Lots 1- 7INVITATION FOR BIDS 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Provision of Maintenance Service for Air Condition Units, Lots 1- 7”. 2. Required period of service: Financial…Read moreGuyana Revenue Authority Initiates Customs Administration Modernization Consulting ProjectGeorgetown, GRA, Friday, July 9, 2021: On June 4, 2021, in keeping with an aid agreement between the KCS and the GRA, a delegation of six consultants from Korea Customs Service (KCS) visited the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) located in…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Procurement of Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the Procurement of Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019. Required period of supply: August 2021. The bidding documents may be obtained…Read moreTax relief for COVID-19 supplies extended to December 31, 2021Georgetown, GRA, July 1, 2021: The Government’s tax relief measures to support individuals and corporations amid the COVID-19 pandemic is extended as per the amended list of COVID-19 prevention, care and treatment supplies which remains free of Customs Duty, Value…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Provision of Security Services1. The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites interested bidders to submit their bids for the Provision of Security Services. 2. Bidders may obtain further information and familiarise themselves with the bid documents. If interested,…Read moreProvision of duty free service (Diplomatic Shop) – Central Georgetown, Region FourThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons/companies to operate Diplomatic Duty Free Shops in Central Georgetown within the confines of the Customs Act/Customs Regulations and also in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).…Read moreGRA to begin registering PAB series of vehiclesGeorgetown, GRA, Friday, June 25, 2021: With the current “ZZ” series coming to an end, the Guyana Revenue Authority’s License Revenue Office (GRA) will soon be commencing registration of motor vehicles in the “PAB” series. The current “ZZ” series, which…Read moreValidity of TIN CertificatesThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has been receiving numerous requests from taxpayers to renew their TIN Certificates because of the refusal by some business entities to accept the old version of the Certificate. This is not only costly to the…Read moreList of Certified Tax Practice Professionals|2021The following list of Professionals have been issued with Tax Practice Certificates for the year 2021. MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS NO. NAME PROFESSION 1 Abha Jain Medical Practitioner 2 Roopan Singh Medical Practitioner 3 Sivindra Mangru Medical Practitioner 4 Shailendra Sugrim Medical…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Construction of GRA Complex – Phase 1, Onverwagt, West Coast Berbice, Region 5INVITATION FOR BIDS 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: "Construction of Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) Complex – Phase 1, Onverwagt, West Coast Berbice, Region 5." 2.…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Construction of Eccles WarehouseINVITATION FOR BIDS 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: CONSTRUCTION OF WAREHOUSE BUILDING, PHASES 1 – 3 SITUATED AT ECCLES INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, ECCLES, EAST BANK DEMERARA,…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Reconstruction of Licence Revenue Office Building (ADDENDUM)ADDENDUM INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Reconstruction of Licence Revenue Office Building situated at Princess and Smyth Streets, Georgetown, Region No.4 Interested…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara ( New | Transfer of Licences) – 2nd QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo ( New Licences) – 2nd QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice ( New | Transfer of Licences) – 2nd QuarterThe under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of Certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreSale of Seized Motor VesselThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) will be disposing four (4) seized wooden vessels on an ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection of the wooden vessels will be facilitated daily commencing Monday, June 7, 2021, and concluding on Wednesday, June 9,…Read moreRe-instatement of 40% Common External Tariff on Soaps of HS 3401Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to inform Licensed Customhouse Brokers, Importers and users of the ASYCUDA WORLD System that the Government of Guyana, in keeping with its obligations under the Revised Treaty of Chaguramus, and a decision of the Forty-Ninth COTED,…Read moreNotice – Alcohol For DisposalThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) will be disposing a quantity of alcoholic beverages on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection of the goods will be facilitated daily commencing Monday, May 31, 2021, and concluding on Wednesday, June 2, 2021,…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Provision of Security ServicesINVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites interested bidders to submit their bids for the Provision of Security Services. Bidders may obtain further information and familiarize themselves with the bid documents.…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Reconstruction of Licence Revenue Office BuildingINVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Reconstruction of Licence Revenue Office Building situated at Princess and Smyth Streets, Georgetown, Region No.4 Interested bidders…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply of GoodsINVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the supply of goods: Procurement of LOT 1: SQL Server 2019 Enterprise Licenses LOT 2: Windows Server 2019…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB) – AddendumInvitation For Bids ADDENDUM 1. The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of the work, Construction of Duplex Apartments, No.2, Mabaruma, Region 1, which is listed on…Read moreMabaruma IRTO now issuing Driver’s LicenceThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise residents in and around Mabaruma, Region One that its Integrated Regional Tax Office (IRTO) is now equipped to issue driver’s licences. This new service will begin on May 17, 2021. Taxpayers in…Read moreOverwhelming Number of Compliant Taxpayers filing their 2021 Tax ReturnsGeorgetown, GRA, Friday, May 7, 2020: The GRA wishes to laud, congratulate and thank the taxpaying public for their overwhelming compliance by filing their tax returns before the filing due date of April 30, 2021. This level of compliance is…Read moreDrop Box locations for manual Tax Returns submission – Optimal online submission a more viable optionGeorgetown, GRA, April 21, 2021: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has set up drop-boxes across the country for taxpayers who choose to submit Tax Returns by hand. However, the Agency continues to encourage the public to register with the Optimal…Read moreSeizure of Uncustomed Goods during Joint Enforcement Operation in Lethem, Region 9The Revenue Authority noting the various reports circulating in the print and social media concerning a seizure of a quantity of uncustomed goods during a joint operation in Lethem, Region, 9 wishes to set the record straight, and hereby advise…Read morePublicising of confidential GRA Progress ReportThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has noted publications in the national press of information of a confidential nature privy only to a taxpayer and the Authority, and in recent days excerpts from a Progress Report relative to the operation of…Read moreExcise Notice 2021: County of Berbice (2nd Quarter)In accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Second Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2021, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreExcise Notice 2021: County of Demerara (2nd Quarter)In accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Second Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2021, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreExcise Notice 2021: County of Essequibo (2nd Quarter)In accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the Second Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2021, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read more2021 Tax AmendmentsFollowing the 2021 National Budget, the amendments were made to the Customs Act Chapter 82:01 and Capital Gains Tax Act Chapter 81:20.Read moreNational Ozone Action UnitThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to inform all Importers and Licence Customhouse Brokers that the National Ozone Action Unit (NOAU) will now be using ASYCUDA World to perform their function as a Regulatory Body. With effect from March 23,…Read moreTariff Headings that require Import Licence under the Trade ActThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind all Importers and Licenced Customhouse Brokers that all commodities falling under the Headings listed in the Trade (Control of Import and Export) (Amendment) Order 1996, made under THE TRADE ACT (Cap. 91:01)…Read moreTax relief for COVID-19 supplies extended to June 30, 2021The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise the general public that the Government of Guyana has granted a further extension to the tax relief measures on medical and other supplies for COVID-19 prevention, care and treatment. The items listed…Read moreProposal for Provision of Canteen Operator – Terms of ReferenceThe Revenue Authority invites proposals from experienced and qualified canteen operators to provide canteen services to GRA’s Branch Office New Amsterdam, Lot 8 Ferry Street and Esplanade Road, New Amsterdam. The mission of the Authority is to promote compliance with…Read moreELECTRONIC PAYMENTS FOR ALL CUSTOMS DECLARATION IN ASYCUDA WORLDThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise all importers that an electronic payment option (Online Banking eServices) is now available in ASYCUDA World (AW) for Customs Declarations. The GRA has since partnered with Guyana Bank for Trade & Industry…Read moreNew Procedure for Online Booking for ExportsAttention all exporters, licensed Customhouse Brokers and users of the ASYCUDA World System the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has introduced a mandatory online procedure to make bookings for exports examination and scanning. Exporters, licensed Customhouse Brokers and users of the…Read moreSuspension of the C32A Form for Gov’t/Budget, Semi-Autonomous, Subvention Agencies & Diplomatic MissionsThe Customs, Excise, & Trade Operations of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has suspended the requirement for Government, Budget Agencies, Semi-Autonomous Agencies, Subvention Agencies and Diplomatic Missions/Agencies to complete and submit a Form C32A (DECLARATION OF PARTICULARS RELATING TO CUSTOMS…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara ( New | Transfer of Licences)The under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo ( New | Transfer of Licences)The under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. NEW LICENCES NO. TYPE OF LICENCE…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice (Transfer of Licences)The under mentioned applications have been received for the grant of certificates for the issue of Excise Licences under the provision of Section 10 (4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21. APPLICATION TO TRANSFER FROM PERSON TO…Read moreWe Are Moving!Temporary closure (New Amsterdam Office) On Monday, March 1, 2021, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) Integrated Regional Tax Office, New Amsterdam, will be relocating to Lot 8 Ferry Street and Esplanade Road. As a consequence of the relocation, the current…Read moreOptimal Revenue Management System LaunchFor more on Optimal visit www.gra.gov.gy/optimal to learn how the Optimal RMS will assist you! You can view new forms, due dates and other Optimal resources geared towards improving interaction on tax operational services for both staff and taxpayer while… Read moreSale of Want of Entry Containerised CargoSALE OF WANT OF ENTRY CONTAINERISED CARGO, EXCAVATOR AND PERSONAL EFFECT CONSIGNMENTS (STORED IN THREE (3) CONTAINERS) BY SEALED BIDS The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of Want of Entry Containerised Cargo on a…Read moreWant of Entry ProcedureThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to remind the general public that an item shall be classified as Want of Entry cargo if the importer or any such person fails to have their consignment entered, within fourteen days, (exclusive of public…Read moreRegistering vehicles for ‘G’ SeriesThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind taxpayers that vehicles registered in the ‘G’ series must abide by the following conditions: Seats behind the driver are to be completely removed Windows, other than that of the driver and passenger,…Read moreAdvisory- Seizures & PenaltiesThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) would like to remind the general public that anyone caught attempting to smuggle uncustomed goods will be subjected to the necessary seizures and penalties in accordance with the laws of Guyana. In accordance with Section…Read moreProcessing of Exemptions in ASYCUDAThe GRA is reminding brokers that requests for exemptions must be uploaded to ASYCUDA. Additionally, brokers must complete the electronic Single Administrative Document (eSAD) including the necessary Additional National Codes (ANCs). The following are categories of individuals and businesses applying…Read more21st Anniversary Message by Hon. Dr. Ashni Singh, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for FinanceHon. Dr. Ashni Singh - 21st Anniversary There is going to be a rapid physical and economic transformation of our country which must be accompanied with the delivery of quality services by both the private and public sector. The GRA…Read more21st Anniversary Message by Chairman of the Governing Board, Mr. Saisnarine KowlessarChairman's Speech - 21st Anniversary The 21st Anniversary of the GRA should also be a time for reflection on its evolution, growth and development, the pitfalls and setbacks that were experienced during the journey and how the entity managed to…Read more21st Anniversary Message by Commissioner – General, Mr. Godfrey StatiaCommissioner - General's Speech - 21st Anniversary Increased Revenue Collection is not the only criteria by which the GRA should be judged. Rather, it is my firm opinion that our service to the taxpaying public and the efficiency in tax…Read moreGRA tax operations to be upgraded in February 2021Georgetown, GRA, Wednesday, January 13, 2021: In February, 2021, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) will be replacing the current tax administration software - TRIPS II with a new tax software Optimal Revenue Management System (RMS) to improve taxpayer convenience and…Read morePassing of Mr. Dennis Francis Corlette, former Customs ComptrollerGeorgetown, GRA, Friday, January 8, 2021: Mr. Dennis Francis Corlette, a prominent figure in Customs and Excise Department in the 1960s and 1970s, passed away at the age of 95 on December 30, 2020. Mr. Corlette would have given years…Read moreENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) –HAZARDOUS MATERIALSThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to inform all Importers and Licence Customhouse Brokers that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published a list of Hazardous Materials which MUST have an approval from their Agency prior to the importation and…Read moreExcise Notice 2021: County of EssequiboIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the General Licensing Meetings for the year 2021, of the District Licensing Board for the County of Essequibo, will be…Read moreExcise Notice 2021: County of DemeraraIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the General Licensing Meetings for the year 2021, of the District Licensing Board for the County of Demerara, will be…Read moreExcise Notice 2021: County of BerbiceIn accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the General Licensing Meetings for the year 2021, of the District Licensing Board for the County of Berbice, will be…Read moreVisit of Minister Ashni Singh and appointment of Chairman to the GRA’s Governing BoardThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) welcomes the recent visit of Senior Minister with responsibility for Finance in the Office of the President, the Honourable Ashni Singh and the appointment of Mr. Saisnarine Kowlessar to the Chairmanship of the Governing Board.…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of ComputersInvitation for Bids (IFB) Co-operative Republic of Guyana Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the outlined Lots – as per pricing schedule. Lot I – Desktop Computers Lot…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Rehabilitation and Conversion of Living Quarters, Corriverton, Reg#6Invitation for Bids (IFB) Co-operative Republic of Guyana Name of Project: REHABILITATION AND CONVERSION OF LIVING QUARTERS, CORRIVERTON, REGION 6. The Guyana Revenue Authority now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for Rehabilitation and Conversion of Living Quarters, Corriverton, Region…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of Motor VehiclesInvitation for Bids (IFB) Co-operative Republic of Guyana Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites Eligible bidders to submit their bids for the outlined Lots –as per pricing schedule Lot I– Closed Body Canter Truck Lot…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of Air Conditioning Units (New)Invitation for Bids (IFB) Co-operative Republic of Guyana Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites Eligible bidders to submit their bids for the outlined categories – “Supply and Delivery of Air Conditioning Units (New)” Bidding will…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Construction of New Regional Office MABARUMA, Region 1Invitation for Bids (IFB) Co-operative Republic of Guyana Name of Project – Construction of New Regional Office MABARUMA, Region 1. The Guyana Revenue Authority now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for Construction of New Regional Office MABARUMA, Region 1.…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Enclosure of Canteen- GRA Head Office, Camp StreetInvitation for Bids (IFB) Co-operative Republic of Guyana Name of Project – Enclosure of Canteen- GRA Head Office, Camp Street The Guyana Revenue Authority now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for Enclosure of Canteen-GRA Head Office, Camp Street. Bidding…Read moreInformation on amendments to the Tax LawsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) being aware of some confusion in the public domain surrounding the tax measures outlined in the 2020 National Budget and their effective dates of implementation, would like to provide guidance regarding the said measures signed…Read moreLOCAL SUPPLIERS TO EXXON AND ITS SUB-CONTRACTORSThe GRA again wishes to advise Local Suppliers that Article 21.1 of the Petroleum Agreement between THE GOVERNMENT OF THE CO-OPERATIVE REPUBLIC OF GUYANA AND ESSO EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION GUYANA LIMITED ….., ET AL, states as follows: “The Contractor, and…Read moreRemoval of VAT on Capital Machinery & Equipment Value Added Tax (VAT) on capital machinery and equipment used in the following industries below have been Zero-rated. This measure took effect in accordance with the amendment to reflect the insertion of paragraph 9 to Schedule 1 of the Value-Added…Read moreRemoval of VAT on Electricity and WaterWith 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…Read moreInput VAT on ExportsExporters 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)…Read moreExemption of VAT on Medical SuppliesWith 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…Read moreRemoval of VAT on Key Inputs in the Poultry IndustryWith effect from October 1, 2020, there will be NO Value Added Tax (VAT) on fertilisers, agrochemicals, pesticides and other key inputs used in the poultry industry. This measure accords with the amendment of Schedule I of the Value-Added Tax…Read moreRemoval of VAT on Hinterland TravelWith 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…Read moreRemoval of VAT on Building and Construction MaterialsEffective October 1, 2020, locally produced building and construction materials will no longer attract Value Added Tax. This measure is in accordance with amendment to Schedule I of the Value Added Tax Act to include the following paragraph: "8. Zero-…Read moreRemoval of VAT on ATVsWith 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…Read moreSALE OF WANT OF ENTRY CONTAINERISED CARGO BY SEALED BIDSThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of Want of Entry Containerised Cargo on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection by interested bidders will be facilitated daily commencing Thursday, October 15, 2020 and concluding…Read moreNEW Licensing FeesThe 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,…Read moreNew Intoxicating Liquor Licensing FeesThe 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…Read moreExemption from Corporation Tax -Private Medical & Private Educational institutionsSection 7 of the Corporation Tax Act has been amended to allow for the income of the following institutions to be exempted from Corporation Tax: (t) private corporate educational institutions (u) private corporate medical healthcare institutions This measure is effective…Read moreTax relief for COVID-19 supplies extended to December 31The Government of Guyana has granted a further extension to the waiver of duties and taxes on medical supplies geared towards the prevention, treatment and cure for coronavirus (COVID-19). The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) will therefore be continuing the waiver…Read moreNew Motor Vehicle FeesThe general public is hereby notified that the following amendments to the Motor Vehicle & Road Traffic Act, Cap. 51:02 (First Schedule), will take effect from October 1, 2020: DESCRIPTION NEW Rates ($) Vehicles solely for private use in…Read moreVehicles 8 Years Old & Used TyresEffective the 1st October, 2020, vehicles over 8 years old, half-cut vehicles and used tyres are allowed to enter Guyana. This is as a result of the 2020 National Budget. The removal of the following paragraphs from Part II of the…Read moreEligibility for Mortgage Interest Relief now limited to housing loans up to $30MThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise the general public that the eligibility criteria for Mortgage Interest Relief (MIR) has been revised and is now limited to housing loans/mortgages not exceeding Thirty Million dollars(G$30M). Housing loans/mortgages at or below…Read moreASYCUDA World online payment of Customs Duties and TaxesThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has implemented the E-Payment feature in ASYCUDA World which will allow Importers/Declarants to pay duties and taxes through electronic payments (Online Banking e-Services) in ASYCUDA World (AW) for Customs Declarations. Through partnership with Demerara Bank… Read moreReminder – Extended Tax Returns due date is September 30Georgetown, GRA, September 22, 2020: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind Accountants, Tax Preparers and the General Public that the extended due date for the submission of Income Tax, Property Tax, Corporation Tax and Capital Gains Tax Returns… Read moreReminder: Extended Tax Returns due date is September 30The general public is hereby reminded that the extended Tax Returns due date is Wednesday September 30, 2020. The following Returns are therefore due on or before this date. Income Tax Property Tax Corporation Tax Capital Gains Tax In keeping… Read moreGRA registering “ZZ” Series of vehiclesGeorgetown, GRA, Wednesday, September 9, 2020: The Guyana Revenue Authority’s (GRA’s) Licence Revenue Office has commenced registration of motor vehicles in the “ZZ” Series. The new series officially commenced on Thursday, September 3, 2020 after registration of motor vehicles in… Read moreEarly ClosurePersons visiting the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) Headquarters to conduct services relating to Licence Revenue Operations, Central Registration and Cashier are asked to note the following working hours:- Mondays - Thursdays: 07:00hrs to 14:30hrs Fridays: 07:00hrs to 14:00hrs The early…Read moreTax Return Deadline ExtendedThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise the general public that the April 30 due date for the ling of tax returns (Income, Corporation, Property and Capital Gains) has been further extended to September 30, 2020. Taxpayers are also… Read moreMotor Vehicles Clearance Advisory: Tariff Specification Codes Finder (TSCs)The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has launched its ASYCUDA VALUATION MODULE in a phased approach commencing with motor Vehicles. This will be done by means of Tariff Specification Code (TSC) to link the particulars of the vehicle in ASYCUDA. Such…Read moreCash | Cheque Payments & ReceiptsThe general public is reminded that ALL payments for licenses or taxes should ONLY be made to the Cashier at the GRA’s Headquarters or any of its office locations countrywide. Further for all payments made, an official receipt WOULD be… Read morePress Release – GRA rolls out Duty-Free Alcohol Stamps – countrywide exercise almost completeGeorgetown, GRA: Thursday, July 2, 2020: In its ongoing effort to bolster its anti-smuggling capabilities at the level of Customs and enforcement, the Excise Stamp and Environmental Levy Unit of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has embarked on a countrywide… Read moreList of Items Zero-Rated for COVID-19: IndividualsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind the general public that the Government of Guyana has zero-rated the Value Added Tax on all medical supplies for the testing, prevention and treatment of COVID- 19 for the period March 26,… Read moreOnline Application for Compliance & LiabilityAs part of its efforts to curtail the spread of COVID-19 and reduce the influx of large gatherings at its tax offices, the Guyana Revenue Authority’s Taxpayer Services Division will temporarily suspend the physical lodgement of applications within its Compliance… Read morePress Release – COVID-19 Tax Relief Measures extended to September 30, 2020Georgetown, GRA: Thursday, June 25, 2020: Having carefully assessed the impact of COVID-19 on the economy to-date, the Government of Guyana has granted a further extension to the timeline on the existing tax relief measures for affected individuals and businesses. In… Read morePress Release – Garbage disposal is nothing secretive or unusualGeorgetown, GRA, Thursday, June 18 2020: Management of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is once more appealing to the sections of society that have been maliciously spreading inaccurate and unfounded information to the public through electronic and other media to… Read moreLicence Revenue Operations – Measures to reduce influx of Taxpayers at GRA HeadquartersThe following Units which are currently housed at the GRA’s Camp Street Building will be re-located to the GRA’s Smyth Street Building with effect from Monday June 22, 2020. Motor Vehicle Transfers Unit These transactions include: – Transfer of Motor… Read moreASYCUDA World IMS 4- Simplified Declaration – Launches July 1, 20201st July 2020 Launch of the ASYCUDA World IMS 4- Simplified Declaration (formerly C73) for Import The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has finalized the Simplified Declaration (IMS4) Regime in ASYCUDA World. This replaces the current C73 Simplified Declaration Procedure that… Read moreNew service/payment stationsIn an effort to ease congestion, promote social distancing and other safety measures for taxpayers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has set up an external work station at the Guyana Post Office Corporation (GPOC) Building to… Read moreEarly Working Hours at HeadquartersThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is now open from 07:00 hours to facilitate members of the public who are desirous of making payments at the cashier or conducting transactions relating to their driver’s licences. This new measure was recently implemented… Read moreRe-scheduling of the Licenced Customhouse Brokers Training 2020The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to express gratitude to all applicants of the aforementioned programme for showing interest in becoming a partner in the development and administration of Guyana Tax Laws and Legislation. Tandem to the notice inviting applicants,… Read moreCommencement of the IMS4 – Simplified Declaration for ImportThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has finalised the Simplified Declaration (IMS4) Regime which replaces the current C73/ Simplified Declaration Procedure. All relevant training were conducted to facilitate consolidators in the preparation of the simplified declarations which will be utilized for… Read morePress Release – GRA mourns passing of Mr. Clarence Chue, former Customs ComptrollerGeorgetown, GRA, Thursday, May 28 2020: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) mourns the loss of another reputable career individual who made an indelible mark in Guyana’s tax administration, Mr. Clarence Chue. He passed away on May 27, 2020 at the… Read morePress Release – Passing of former Commissioner-General Mr. Khurshid SattaurGeorgetown, GRA, Wednesday, May 27, 2020: Management and staff of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of former Commissioner-General Mr. Khurshid Sattaur on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. The Revenue Authority uses this… Read morePress Release – Fake news circulating about tax collectionGeorgetown, GRA, April 21, 2020: The Commissioner-General wishes to refute in no uncertain terms a “fake press release” being bandied about on the worldwide web, and purportedly emanating from the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) advising the general public that tax collection… Read morePress Release – Additional relief measures to combat COVID-19Georgetown, GRA, April 7, 2020 : In the ongoing national effort to support businesses and individuals who have been socially and economically disadvantaged by the threat of the corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Government of Guyana today approved a number… Read moreVAT and computers, computer printersThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) hereby advises that in accordance with the amendments to the Value-Added Tax (VAT) Act, the following which are linked to computers, computer parts, components and printers must be treated as exempt from VAT: COMPUTER CATEGORIES: Supercomputer,… Read moreFATCA | Reporting PortalThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is mandated under the Foreign Accounts Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) to report accounts of United States (US) citizens to the US Internal Revenue Service (US-IRS) on an annual basis. In fulfilling this obligation, Financial Institutions… Read moreVAT Exemption on Housing UnitsValue-Added Tax is EXEMPT from complete housing units costing up to $6.5M. These housing units must be built by, or on behalf of, the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) or any other approved entity. This measure is in accordance with Section… Read moreDescription & Abbreviations of Various CargoAdopted by the Shipping Association of Guyana DESCRIPTION OF VARIOUS CARGO Identification of Cargo & Abbreviations DESCRIPTION ABBREVIATION CRATE (CRT) CASE (CS) PALETTE (PLT) SKID (SKD) PACKAGE (PKG) BOX, CARTON & BIN BOX (48*24*28) (BX | CTN) PLASTIC CONTAINER R)… Read moreCost for the re-print of TIN Certificates reducedEffective January 1, 2019, Individuals, Companies, Non-Governmental Organisations, or any individual or company, applying for a re-print of TIN Certificate will be required to pay the following: Re-print of Certificate: $ 2,000 This change is in keeping with the amendments made… Read moreProperty TaxIndividuals and companies with NET PROPERTY valued forty million dollars ($40M) or more at the end of 2019 will be required to FILE a Property Tax Return. This provision is in accordance with the amended NET PROPERTY is the amount… Read moreExcise Relief for Persons with a DisabilityMotor vehicles designed for use by differently-abled persons will be EXEMPT from Excise Tax with effect from January 1, 2019. Additionally, if a motor vehicle has been or will be converted for use by a differently-abled person, to the satisfaction of the Commissioner-General, it… Read morePreparer of ReturnsThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to notify all tax practice professionals that the term “Preparer of Returns” has been included and clearly defined for the purposes of the issue of Practice Certificates. In light of same, Section 37 (15) of… Read moreExcise Relief for Tourism OperatorsTourist operators who use MOTOR BUSES with twelve (12) OR MORE SEATS shall be EXEMPT from the payment of Excise Tax. These vehicles must however NOT exceed four years (4) old. These vehicles must be used EXCLUSIVELY for the transportation of tourists anywhere in Guyana, and the owner/operator must… Read moreRelief for Public Officers Importing Motor VehiclesThe GRA is advising Public Officers that effective January 1, 2019 the following reduction in the excise rates on motor vehicles (under four years/New) for eligible public officers, became applicable: NO. CATEGORY OLD EXCISE RATE NEW EXCISE RATE 1. Vehicles with less than 1500… Read moreList of commodities ineligible for conditional duty exemptionsThe Table below contains the extensive list of commodities ineligible for conditional duty exemptions as outlined in Part 1 of the Customs Tariff. Manufacturers/Importers are therefore advised that items appearing on this list will NOT be exempt from the payment… Read moreProcessing of tax exemptions for fertilisers, pesticides in ASYCUDAThe below table contains the list of Harmonised Systems (HS) 2017 Codes used in ASYCUDA World to process tax exemptions for fertilisers and pesticides. Some of these products are exempt from both customs duty and value-added tax while others are… Read moreNew Procedures For Importing Food and DrugsGoods being monitored by the Government Analysis – Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD) will be prioritised for faster processing and clearance so that consignments of food and drugs are not delayed or detained. The Guyana Revenue Authority in partnership with… Read moreAccessories & Mountings for Solar ItemsMachinery and equipment imported for the purposes of generating and utilising renewable energy are eligible for Customs duty and Value-Added Tax Exemptions under existing laws. These are granted under Item 49 (a) of the First Schedule, Part III B (ii)… Read moreStipulations for vehicles registered in ‘G’ seriesThe Guyana Revenue Authority will cease the granting of tax exemptions and registration of Toyota Noahs, Voxys and other similar types of motor vehicles in the ‘G’ series. However, owners of vehicles already registered in “G” are advised to abide… Read moreCustoms Notice – All Carriers and Carrier AgentsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind all Carriers and Carrier Agents, that the piloting of the Motor Vehicle Module in the automated system of ASYCUDA World (AW) will commence shortly. As such, you are hereby reminded that all… Read moreProvisional Shop LicenceSmall businesses that are unable to obtain a trade licence because of pending building plans, fire and sanitary certificates for the premises, can apply to the Guyana Revenue Authority for a Provisional Licence. Section 71 of the Tax Act provides… Read moreHelp Desk for Processing Tax Exemptions on Motor Vehicles FREEPublic officials and persons with disabilities are hereby notified that there is no charge to access the Guyana Revenue Authority’s (GRA’s) Help Desk for Processing Tax Exemptions on Motor Vehicles. It has come to the attention of the Authority that… Read moreNotice to Exporters of Goods to Norway – REX RegistrationFurther to a previous notice and sensitisation in December 2019, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), in keeping with its international obligations, will be implementing the Registered Exporter System (REX). As stated in the sessions, effective June 30, 2020, the current… Read moreRenewal of Drivers’ LicenceThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise the general public that drivers whose licences are about to expire will only be required to submit the old plastic card licence and a completed application form. The GRA will NOT be requiring any… Read morePassenger Arrival and Cargo InformationIn accordance with regulations made under the Customs Act (Cap. 82:01), all aircraft or ships arriving in or departing from Guyana, are required to provide advanced information to Customs, detailing the amount of persons and cargo on board the said… Read moreList of Professional issued Practice Certificates for the period January to March 2020In Accordance with the provisions of Section 39 of Tax Act, Chapter 80:01 the following persons have been issued with Professional Practice Certificates from January to March 2020. GEORGETOWN No. NAMES PROFESSION 1. Abha Jain Medical Practitioner 2. Roopan… Read moreRe-Scheduling of the Licenced Customhouse Brokers Training 2020 amidst the COVID-19 PandemicThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to express gratitude to all applicants of the aforementioned programme for showing interest in becoming a partner in the development and administration of Guyana Tax Laws and Legislation. Tandem to the notice inviting applicants,… Read moreCOMMENCEMENT OF THE IMS 4 -SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION FOR IMPORTThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has finalised the Simplified Declaration (IMS4) Regime which replaces the current C73/ Simplified Declaration Procedure. All relevant training were conducted to facilitate consolidators in the preparation of the simplified declarations which will be utilised for…
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