- Ghana’s 2026 Budget introduces further VAT reforms, including repealing the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy and reducing the effective VAT rate from 21.9% to 20%.
- Input tax deductions will be allowed for GETFund and NHIL levies, and VAT will be removed on mineral exploration and prospecting.
- The VAT registration threshold increases to GHS750,000 (USD68,200), and the VAT zero rate for locally manufactured textiles is extended until 2028.
- New tax administration measures include digital tax collection for cross-border transactions, mandatory use of Fiscal Electronic Devices, and a VAT reward scheme for consumers.
- The government will issue consolidated tax laws and amend the Income Tax Act in line with OECD guidelines on tax base erosion and global minimum corporate taxes.
Source: vitallaw.com
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