Search Generic filters Exact matches only Latest NewsTax LawsTax PoliciesTax Guides#TaxSimplifiedNewslettersAnnual ReportsSpeechesLatest News Excise Notice: County of Essequibo – Fourth Quarter General Licencing MeetingIn 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 2024, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice – Fourth Quarter General Licencing MeetingIn 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 2024, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara – Fourth Quarter General Licencing MeetingIn 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 2024, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreExpression of Interest – Audit ServicesIn keeping with the Insurance Act Chapter 91:02 (B) of 1998, of the Laws of Guyana, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is required to have its Pension Plan’s Financial Statement for the year ended December 31, 2023 audited. Objective and…Read moreNotice: All Re-migrants, Settlers & Returning StudentsPursuant to the gazetted amendments made to Table A-2-2 of the Excise Tax Regulations, under Sections 3 and 15 of the Excise Tax Act Cap 82:03, effective September 01, 2023, the following updated rates of Excise Tax apply to motor…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | New Licences (3rd Quarter)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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo | New & Transfer of Licences (3rd Quarter)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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | New & Transfer of Licences (3rd Quarter)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 APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENCE NO. TYPE…Read moreAdvisory – Refund Set-Off NoticeTaxpayers (Corporate, Self-Employed, Individual) who are eligible for a refund in a particular period or tax type but may be in a payable position in another period or tax type are advised that the Guyana Revenue Authority will offset the…Read moreExemptions on Cellphone AccessoriesPursuant to amendments made to Part III (B) ii of the First Schedule to the Customs Act Chapter 82:01 and Paragraph 16 (i) & (ii) of the Second Schedule of the Value-Added Tax Act Chapter 81:05, cellphone accessories (including chargers,…Read moreExemptions on Sports Equipment and GearPursuant to amendments made to Part III (B) ii of the First Schedule to the Customs Act Chapter 82:01 and the Second Schedule Paragraph 5 (c) of the Value-Added Tax Act Chapter 81:05, sports gear and equipment are exempt from…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Rehabilitation of GRA’s Office Building, Strand Street, New Amsterdam1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their proposals for the supply of goods and related services for – “Request for Proposal for: Supply and Delivery of the Human Resource Capital…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | General Licencing MeetingIn 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 2024, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo | General Licencing MeetingIn 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 2024, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | General Licencing MeetingIn 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 2024, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreRequest for Proposal for: Supply and Delivery of Microsoft –Dynamics 365 Software, On-Premise, Guyana Revenue Authority HeadquartersRequest for Proposal for: Supply and Delivery Of Microsoft –Dynamics 365 Software, On-Premise, Guyana Revenue Authority Headquarters (GRA H/Q) Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their Bids for the outlined category…Read moreRequest for Proposal for: Supply & Delivery of The Human Resource Capital Management (HCM) Payroll System, Guyana Revenue AuthorityRequest for Proposal for: Supply and Delivery Of The Human Resource Capital Management (HCM) Payroll System 1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their proposals for the supply of goods and…Read moreSIMPLIFIED PROCEDURES FOR REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES EXPANDEDThe procedure for Motor Vehicle registration at the Licence Revenue Office (LRO) has been further simplified. Motor vehicles with an engine capacity less than 2000cc, no longer require pre-registration examination. This measure, which was first implemented on July 3, 2023… Read moreBenefits of registering for GRA’s Optimal eServicesExperience the benefits of registering for GRA’s Optimal eServices! Launched in March 2021, the Optimal Revenue Management System (RMS) is a user-friendly platform that consolidates taxpayers’ information, financial transactions and communications, providing reliable and accessible data. Why register? Here’s why:… Read moreeServices Registration and Filing at GRA IRTOsFiling your tax return for the Year of Assessment 2024 has never been easier! You can file your returns electronically and manage all your tax-related transactions from the comfort of your home or office. Should you require assistance feel free… Read moreAssistance with E-Registration and E-FilingNeed assistance with registering for GRA’s eServices or filing online tax returns? Our dedicated Tax Advisory and Publications Unit is here to help! You're welcome to visit our Camp Street Headquarters from April 15-30, 2024 between 8:00am and 5:30 pm,…Read moreDocuments required when filing tax returnsThe deadline for filing Income Tax, Property Tax, Corporation Tax and Capital Gains Tax Returns is April 30, 2024. To ensure a smooth and efficient filing process, it's crucial that you have all the necessary documents ready. Here's a handy…Read moreGRA seizes Motor Vessel Laden with Uncustomed Alcoholic Beverages & Foreign Chicken, East Coast DemeraraGeorgetown, GRA, April 11, 2024: Customs Law enforcement officers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), in an operation on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in the environs of Annandale, East Coast Demerara, seized two (2) mini buses and a large wooden…Read moreGuyana Revenue Authority – Customshouse Broker Training Programme 2024The Guyana Revenue Authority is advising persons who have previously submitted applications for the upcoming Customshouse Brokers Programme, and those who intend to do so, to note the following: a. The date of commencement of the Course is Monday, May… Read moreList of Certified Tax Practice Professionals as at March 2024The following list of Professionals were approved for Tax Practice as at March, 2024. MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS NO. NAME PROFESSION 1 SIVINDRA MANGRU Medical Practitioner 2 DEBI RAJKUMAR DALIP Medical Practitioner 3 GHANSHAM SINGH Medical Practitioner 4 SHAILENDRA SUGRIM Medical Practitioner…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 moreNotice to Employers, Employees & Self-Employed Persons | Changes to Income Tax Threshold (2024)Effective January 1, 2024, the Income Tax (Amendment) Act No. 2 of 2024 has brought changes to the personal allowance and deductions for employed and self-employed individuals. Here are the key updates: 1. ANNUAL STATUTORY DEDUCTION: The amendment to Section…Read moreLetter to The EditorDear Editor, I write on behalf of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) to address the incorrect statement made by an anonymous letter writer in the February 14, 2024, edition of Stabroek News concerning the GRA's audit history. The assertion that…Read moreCaribbean Organisation of Tax Administrators (COTA) 2024 Essay CompetitionIn an effort to stimulate interest in taxation matters and to encourage youths within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) to become knowledgeable about tax administration, the Caribbean Organisation of Tax Administrators (COTA) in collaboration with the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) invites…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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | New | 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. NEW LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreGRA/CANU seizes Uncustomed Alcoholic Beverages, Foreign Chicken and Cigarettes during Enforcement Operation in No. 66 Village, BerbiceGeorgetown, GRA, January 11, 2024: Law Enforcement and Investigation Division (LEID) Officers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), in a Joint operation with the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU), seized a motor vessel in the vicinity of the No. 66 Village,…Read moreSeizure of alleged Narcotic Drugs at McKenzie Post OfficeGeorgetown, GRA, December 12, 2023: The Customs and Law Enforcement Officers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), seized twenty-four (24) packs of Leaves, Seeds and Stems, (suspected to be Cannabis Sativa) found concealed between several bed sheets imported in a… Read moreGRA seizes Firearms and Ammunition found in Barrel at City WharfGeorgetown, GRA, November 24, 2023: On November 17, 2023, utilising its sophisticated scanning equipment for incoming cargo, Customs and Law Enforcement Officers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), seized several firearms and over 5,000 assorted rounds of ammunition of various…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | General Licensing MeetingIn 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 2023, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreDisposal of AlcoholThe 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, November 8, 2023, and concluding on Friday, November 10, 2023,…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Rehabilitation works – Modification of GRA’s Filing Room, GPOCGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Rehabilitation works - Modification of Guyana Revenue Authority’s filing room located at Guyana Post Office Corporation. Interested bidders may peruse the…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Rehabilitation Works at GRA’s Headquarters -Retiling of both internal staircasesGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Rehabilitation Works at GRA’s Headquarters -Retiling of both internal staircases. Interested bidders may peruse the bid document at the procuring entity,…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Rehabilitation Works: LRO Parking Lot, Princes & Smyth Sts.Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: REHABILITATION WORKS - LICENCE REVENUE OPERATION’S PARKING LOT, PRINCES AND SMYTH STREETS (Casting of Parking Lot and Revetment) Interested bidders may…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 LICENCE 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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreGRA seizes Narcotics and Weapons found in Barrel at CJIAGeorgetown, GRA, October 25, 2023: On October 18, 2023, Customs Officers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), seized a quantity of weapons and items suspected to be narcotics found in a barrel imported on an incoming cargo flight from the…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Replacement of North-Eastern Side Windows & Painting of BuildingGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: REHABILITATION WORKS TO GRA’S HEADQUARTERS (REPLACEMENT OF NORTH EASTERN SIDE WINDOWS AND PAINTING OF BUILDING) Interested bidders may peruse the bid…Read moreCost Oil Audit – 1999 to 2017Georgetown, GRA, October 18, 2023: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has noted several statements in the press related to the above Cost Oil Audit, the most recent attributed to the CEO of Exxon Mobil Guyana Ltd (EMGL). The Authority wishes…Read moreResponse to “There should be no such trouble to obtain a TIN from the GRA”Georgetown, GRA, September 18, 2023: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) would like to address the concerns raised in a letter to the Editor and published in the September 14, 2023 of Kaieteur News, titled “There should be no such trouble…Read moreResponse to “Residents petitions GRA to shut down bar at Eccles”Georgetown, GRA, September 18, 2023: The GRA wishes to respond to the above article published in the Kaiteur News dated September 8, 2023, titled “Residents Petitions GRA to shut down bar at Eccles”, and to highlight the Authority’s role in…Read moreELECTRONIC PAYMENT OF REFUNDS OF VAT AND OTHER TAXESThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise all taxpayers that in its quest to continually improve the quality and efficiency of services, effective August 31, 2023, the GRA will be discontinuing the usage of cheques for the payment of…Read moreList of Certified Tax Practice Professionals as at June 30, 2023The following list of Professionals were approved for Tax Practice as at June 30, 2023. MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS NO. NAME PROFESSION 1 DWAYNE VALIDUM Medical Practitioner 2 VARUN BUDHRAM Medical Practitioner 3 DEOWNARINE LALJEIT Medical Practitioner 4 FREDERICK DEANE Medical Practitioner…Read moreExcise Stamps on CigarettesGeorgetown, Wednesday, June 28, 2023: The Revenue Authority wishes to remind all importers, wholesalers and retailers that all imported packages/units of alcoholic/tobacco products must be affixed with an excise stamp in accordance with Regulation 212 of the Customs Act, Chapter…Read moreRegistration of Electric Motor CyclesThe general public is advised that the GRA will commence registering electric motor cycles on July 4, 2023 at the Licence Revenue Office, Lamaha Railway Embankment, Camp and Lamaha Streets and IRTOs across the country. Owners of electric motor cycles…Read moreIMPORTS OF ELECTRIC CYCLESThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise Importers, Licenced Customhouse Brokers, Company Brokers, and other stakeholders of the following requirements for importation of electric cycles in accordance with the provisions of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. Electric Cycles are…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): REHABILITATION OF INTEGRATED REGIONAL TAX OFFICE AT PARIKA (ROOF & CEILING)Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: “REHABILITATION OF INTEGRATED REGIONAL TAX OFFICE AT PARIKA (ROOF & CEILING)” Interested bidders may peruse the bid document at the procuring…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of Information Technology Equipment1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their Bids for the outlined category – “Supply and Delivery of Information Technology Equipment” 2. Interested bidders may peruse the Bid document at the…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of Microsoft-Dynamics 365 Software, GRA HQ1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their Bids for “Supply and Delivery of Microsoft-Dynamics 365 Software, Guyana Revenue Authority Headquarters (GRA H/Q), Georgetown, Region #4” 2. Interested bidders may peruse…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Provision of Maintenance Service for Air Condition Units1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Provision of Maintenance Service for Air Condition Units, Lots 1 - 8”. 2. Interested bidders may peruse the bid document at…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of Motor Vehicles (New)1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Supply and Delivery of Motor Vehicles (New)” Lot I – Double Cab Pick-ups Lot II – Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Lot…Read moreInvitation For Bids (IFB): Supply and Delivery of Surveillance Cameras and Equipment1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for – “Supply and Delivery of Surveillance Cameras and Equipment” 2. Interested bidders may peruse the bid document at the procuring entity, prior…Read moreCustomshouse Brokers Programme 2023: Change in Commencement DateThe Guyana Revenue Authority is inviting persons who have submitted applications for the upcoming Customshouse Brokers Programme, to note the following: a. The date of commencement of the Course is now Wednesday, May 24, 2023. b. Applicants are invited to…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | New & 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. NEW LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo | New Licences (2nd Quarter)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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreCustomshouse Brokers Programme 2023The Guyana Revenue Authority is advising persons who have previously submitted applications for the upcoming Customshouse Brokers Programme, and those who intend to do so, to note the following: The date of commencement of the Course is May 15, 2023…Read moreResponse to Stabroek News Articles of Sunday April 2, 2023, and Monday, April 03, 2023Reference is made to the article titled 'First Audit of Oil expenses found $214m in questionable claims by Exxon and partners' which was featured in the Sunday edition of the Stabroek News dated April 02, 2023, and continued in the…Read moreSelf-Employed Persons: Submission of Balance Sheet & Profit & Loss Statement (with Tax Return)The GRA wishes to remind Self-employed individuals that they are required to attach their final accounts, which should be prepared on an accrual basis when submitting their Individual Income Tax Return. These accounts include the following: • Income or Profit…Read moreSubmission of Partnership ReturnThe Guyana Revenue Authority hereby notifies the General Public that all Partnerships must submit a Partnership Return. This requirement is in accordance with Section 66 of the Income Tax Act Chapter 81:01. Notwithstanding this, each partner is still obligated to…Read moreSmuggling of Uncustomed GoodsGeorgetown, GRA, March 28, 2023: In response to an article published in the Stabroek News dated March 22, 2023, captioned ‘Poultry producers upset at chicken smuggling- GRA says addressing issue', Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to remind the public that smuggling…Read moreDisposal of AlcoholThe 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, March 20, 2023, and concluding on Wednesday, March 22, 2023,…Read moreSmuggling of Narcotic Drugs and Illicit Items in Personal Effects ConsignmentsGeorgetown, Sunday, March 5, 2023: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) continues to observe alarming cases of increased efforts to smuggle refined narcotic drugs and other such illicit items through personal consignments (barrels, boxes, packages, suitcases and containers) at ports of…Read morePublic Advisory: Electric Bikes, Electric Cycles and Golf CartsContrary to reports in the press, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has NOT commenced the registration of electric bikes, electric cycles, and electric golf carts presently seen traversing the roads in Guyana. Discussions are being pursued between GRA, the Guyana…Read moreInvitation For Bid (IFB): Construction of Warehouse Building for Guyana Revenue Authority, Lethem Region No. 9.1. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Construction of Warehouse Building for Guyana Revenue Authority, Lethem Region No. 9. 2. Interested bidders may peruse the bid document…Read moreInvitation For Bid (IFB): Construction of Lethem Integrated Regional Tax Office Building for Guyana Revenue Authority, Lethem Region No. 91. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Construction of Lethem Integrated Regional Tax Office Building for Guyana Revenue Authority, Lethem Region No. 9. 2. Interested bidders may…Read moreInvitation For Bid (IFB): Construction of Lethem Integrated Regional Tax Office Living Quarters for Guyana Revenue Authority, Lethem, Region No. 91. Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of: Construction of Lethem Integrated Regional Tax Office Living Quarters for Guyana Revenue Authority, Lethem Region No. 9. 2. Interested bidders…Read moreWithholding Tax Exemption – Aged and Incapacitated Persons Exemption from Income Tax PaymentSection 8 of the Income Tax Act, Chapter 81:01 has been amended accordingly to facilitate the increase in the statutory deduction, which has increased from nine hundred thousand dollars ($900,000) to one million, twenty thousand dollars ($1,020,000) in accordance with…Read moreNotice to Employers, Employees & Self-Employed Persons | Changes to Income Tax Threshold (2023)In accordance with the Income Tax (Amendment) Act No. 3 of 2023, the personal allowance or free pay for employed and self-employed individuals was revised and takes effect from January 1, 2023: The Annual Statutory Deduction in accordance with the…Read moreDigitising of Taxpayer ServicesGeorgetown, GRA, February 10, 2023: The Management of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) having noted some concerns and suggestions about the need for an "urgent" and "rapid" move towards digitization of taxpayer services once again would like to remind the…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | New Licences (1st Quarter)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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | New Licences (1st Quarter)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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo | New Licences (1st Quarter)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 LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreWANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT 31ST DECEMBER, 2022 (GNSC Wharf)Notice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at GNSC Wharf will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. NO. NAME OF VESSEL D.O.R BILL OF LADEN# CHASSIS # DESCRIPTION CONSIGNEE…Read moreWANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT 31ST DECEMBER, 2022 (JFLT)Notice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at JFL Terminal will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. NO. NAME OF VESSEL D.O.R WAYBILL# CHASSIS # DESCRIPTION CONSIGNEE 1…Read moreWANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT 31ST DECEMBER, 2022 (Q-TREX Bond)Notice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at QTREX International Transit Shed will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. NO. NAME OF VESSEL D.O.R BILL OF LADEN #…Read moreImplementation of 2023 Budget Measures for Motor VehiclesThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to inform all importers, Licensed Customhouse Brokers and taxpayers that effective February 06, 2023, the following budget measures for 2023 were implemented for the following categories of motor vehicles: Excise Tax - Application of…Read moreSmuggling of Narcotic Drugs and Illicit Items in Personal Effects ConsignmentsGeorgetown, Thursday, February 2, 2023: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) over the past few months has observed an alarming increase in the efforts to smuggle refined narcotic drugs and other such illicit items through personal consignments (barrels, boxes, packages, and…Read moreIssuance of Renewal Hire Car Driver’s Licence at IRTOsThe public is hereby notified that with effect from Monday, January 30, 2023, the Guyana Revenue Authority’s Integrated Regional Tax Offices (IRTO’s) located across the country will be facilitating the lodgement and issuance of Renewal Hire Car Driver’s Licences. Persons…Read moreIssuance of Provisional Trade LicenceIn keeping with the provision of Budget 2018, the Licence Revenue Operations (LRO) has commenced the issuance of Provisional Trade Licences. Persons applying for a Trade Licence must provide the following documents: Requirements to obtain a Provisional Trade Licence: Completed…Read moreFraud | Collusion Uncovered – Staff face stern disciplinary actionsGeorgetown, Friday, January 21, 2023: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) recently uncovered a number of fraudulent practices involving persons applying for various categories of licences. As a result, the agency took stern disciplinary actions, including the dismissal of employees. In…Read moreFurnishing fraudulent statements/documents to GRAGeorgetown, GRA, January 13, 2023: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) once again advises members of the public against the falsification of documents and/or attempts at colluding with anyone, including GRA officers, to defraud the Authority in the course of completing…Read moreDisposal of Motor Vehicles | Goods by Sealed BidsThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is inviting sealed bids for the purchase of Motor Vehicles / goods on a ‘As Is, Where Is’ basis. Inspection by interested bidders will be facilitated daily commencing Monday, January 16, 2023, and concluding on…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo (General Licensing Meeting)In accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the First Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2023, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara (General Licensing Meeting)In accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the First Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2023, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice (General Licensing Meeting)In accordance with Section 10(4) of the Intoxicating Liquor Licencing Act, Chapter 82:21, the General Public is hereby notified that the First Quarterly General Licencing Meeting for the year 2023, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreGRA hosting Regional workshop on Practical Application of Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP)Georgetown, December 6, 2022: The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs/ (UNDESA/FSDO) and the Caribbean Organisation of Tax Administrators (COTA), through the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, have organised a workshop on the Practical Application of the Mutual Agreement…Read moreUnentered Registered Motor Vessels Operating in GuyanaGeorgetown, Tuesday, December 6, 2022: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has noted several instances whereby motor vessels are being imported, registered and operating in Guyana without the payment of the applicable taxes. The GRA hereby advises all such importers to…Read moreGRA receives GMSA Public Sector AwardThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) received the Public Sector Award at an Annual Awards Presentation Ceremony hosted by the Guyana Manufacturing & Services Association Ltd (GMSA) on November 27, 2022. The honor was presented in recognition of GRA introducing the…Read moreIFB- Supply and Delivery of All-In-One (AOL) Computer SystemsGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their Bids for the outlined category – “Supply and Delivery of All-In-One (AOL) Computer Systems” Interested bidders may peruse the Bid document at the procuring…Read moreIFB- Construction of New Regional Office – Mabaruma, Region 1Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Employer”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for execution of “CONSTRUCTION OF NEW REGIONAL OFFICE – MABARUMA, REGION 1”. Interested bidders may peruse the Bid document at the procuring entity, prior…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Berbice | New & 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. NEW LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE NAME…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Essequibo | New & 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. NEW APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENCE NO. TYPE…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. NEW LICENCE NO. TYPE OF LICENCE…Read moreChange to Partnership TINThe Guyana Revenue Authority hereby notifies Taxpayers that partnership businesses that were registered and issued with a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) prior to the implementation of the Optimal Revenue Management System are required to use the numeral ‘2’ instead of…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply, Delivery & Installation of Elevators at GRA HQGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their Bids for the outlined category – “Supply, Delivery & Installation of Elevators at GRA HQ” Interested bidders may peruse the Bid document at the…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of HCM PayrollGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their proposals for the outlined category – “Request for Proposal for Supply and Delivery of the Human Resource Capital Management (HCM) Payroll System, Guyana Revenue…Read moreGRA institutes charges Against Ramps Logistics for False DeclarationsGeorgetown, October 5, 2022: Resulting from recently completed investigations carried out by the Law Enforcement and Investigations Division of the Revenue Authority (GRA), ten (10) charges have been instituted in the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court on October 5, 2022 against Ramps…Read moreGRA obtains Judgment against SOL for $2.7 billion in taxesA Judge in the High Court of the Supreme Court of Judicature, on September 30, 2022, refused an Application made by SOL Guyana Inc. for an Order seeking an extension of time to file a Corporate Tax Appeal against the…Read moreWarning – Use of Dishonored ChequesGeorgetown, GRA, September 27, 2022: The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise the general public that TAXPAYERS AND THEIR REPRESENTATIVES making payments by dishonoured cheques to the Authority may be subject to prosecution under the Criminal Law (Offences Act)…Read moreGRA secures $4.9M fine against chicken smuggler – seized in excess of $20M in uncustomed goods in another caseGeorgetown, September 23, 2022: A Magistrate in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, on September 22, 2022 ordered a Defendant, Richie Shaw of lot 22 Mc Doom, East Bank Demerara (Padrak Poultry Depot), to pay a fine in the amount of $4,950,000…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of HCM Payroll (Postponed)The general public is hereby notified that the Invitation for Bid – “Supply and Delivery of the HCM Payroll, Guyana Revenue Authority, Headquarters (GRA H/Q), Georgetown, Region #4” scheduled for opening Tuesday, September 20, 2022, has been postponed until further…Read moreExcise Notice: 4th Quarterly General Licensing Meeting – County of BerbiceIn 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 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Berbice,…Read moreExcise Notice: 4th Quarterly General Licensing Meeting – County of EssequiboIn 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 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Essequibo,…Read moreExcise Notice: 4th Quarterly General Licensing Meeting – County of DemeraraIn 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 2022, of the District Licencing Board for the County of Demerara,…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, September 14, 2022, and concluding on Friday, September 16, 2022,…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of Cisco Core Switches | FortiGate 300E Hardware1. 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 three (3) Cisco Core Switches (Lot I) and one (1) FortiGate 300E Hardware…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Provision of Security Services, Guyana Revenue Authority – Various Locations1. The Guyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites interested bidders to submit their bids for the Provision of Security Services, Guyana Revenue Authority – Various Locations. 2. Bidders may obtain further information and familiarize themselves…Read moreDriving with a Foreign LicenceThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to advise the public that effective August 26, 2022 a non-resident visiting Guyana, who is the holder of a valid foreign driver’s licence will be allowed to drive on a road in Guyana for a…Read moreUncustomed chicken, alcohol & cigarettes seized during LEID operationGeorgetown, August 26, 2022: The Revenue Authority (GRA)’s Law Enforcement & Investigations Division (LEID), of the Customs, Excise & Trade Operations, in an exercise on August 25, 2022 seized three motor vehicles laden with a large quantity of uncustomed chicken…Read moreApplying for Tax Practice CertificateThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to remind the general public of the requirements when applying for a Tax Practice Certificate. What is a Tax Practice Certificate? It is a document issued by the GRA under Section 39 of the Tax…Read moreRequirements for Submitting Liability ApplicationThe Guyana Revenue Authority wishes to remind the general public of the documents required when applying for a Liability Statement at GRA’s Headquarters or Integrated Regional Tax Offices (IRTO). What is a Liability Statement? A Liability Statement is a declaration…Read moreInvitation For Bid: Supply & Delivery of HCM PayrollGuyana Revenue Authority hereinafter referred to as “the Procuring Entity”, invites eligible bidders to submit their bids for the outlined category – “Supply and Delivery of the HCM Payroll, Guyana Revenue Authority Headquarters (GRA H/Q), Georgetown, Region #4” Interested bidders…Read moreOil and Gas Capacity Building – Customs Petroleum Unit receives offshore safety and emergency response trainingGeorgetown, GRA, August 18, 2022: Twenty-three (23) officers within the Customs Petroleum Unit (CPU) of the Guyana Revenue Authority completed a Tropical Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (THUET) course to develop knowledge and operating procedures in offshore safety and emergency response.…Read moreIssuance of New | Renewal of Provisional Drivers Licence – New Amsterdam IRTOResidents living in and around New Amsterdam are hereby notified that with effect from Tuesday, August 16, 2022 they can apply for and uplift their New (First Time Applicants) and Renewal of Provisional Drivers Licence at the Guyana Revenue Authority’s…Read moreExcise Notice: County of Demerara | New Licences | Transfer 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 moreGRA seized motor vessels in joint operation at Abary ForeshoreGeorgetown, Thursday, August 11, 2022: The Revenue Authority (GRA)’s Law Enforcement & Investigations Division (LEID), of the Customs, Excise & Trade Operations continues to carry out operations in its continuous efforts to curb smuggling and other such illegal activities, thereby…Read moreList of Certified Tax Practice Professionals | March – July 2022The following list of Professionals were approved for Tax Practice from March 18, 2022 to July 2022 . MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS NO. NAME PROFESSION 1 AHMAD ROZAN Medical Practitioner 2 BHESHAM HARI Medical Practitioner 3 JOHANNES SINCLAIR Medical Practitioner 4 ROOPAN…Read moreRemoval of Value-Added Tax From Lubricating OilThe Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to advise all Importers and Licenced Customhouse Brokers that with effect from July 12, 2022, the value-added tax on lubricating oil has been zero-rated upon importation and local sale. In order to effectuate the…Read moreNOTICE – Scammers Alert!The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) wishes to once again warn the general public of fraudsters posing as GRA officers and enlisting taxpayers at its various offices to transact business on the agency's behalf for a fee. Members of the public…Read moreWant of Entry Vehicles – GNSC WharfNotice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at GNSC WHARF will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. WANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT MAY 31, 2022 NO. VESSEL…Read moreWant of Entry Vehicles – GNIC WharfNotice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at GNIC WHARF will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. WANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT MAY 31, 2022 NO. VESSEL…Read moreWant of Entry Vehicles – John Fernandes Limited TerminalNotice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at JOHN FERNANDES LIMITED TERMINAL will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. WANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT MAY 31, 2022…Read moreWant of Entry Vehicles – John Fernandes Wharf LimitedNotice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at JOHN FERNANDES WHARF LIMITED will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. WANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT MAY 31, 2022…Read moreWant of Entry Vehicles – Q.TREXNotice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at Q-TREX will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. WANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT MAY 31, 2022 NO. VESSEL NAME…Read moreWant of Entry Vehicles – Muneshwers WharfNotice is hereby given that the under-mentioned goods stored at MUNESHWERS WHARF LIMITED will be disposed of under the Authority of Section 90 (2) of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. WANT OF ENTRY VEHICLES AS AT MAY 31, 2022 NO.…Read moreRoyalty 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 more
