- Belize will have two GST-free weekends for Christmas shopping on December 6–7 and December 20–21, 2025.
- Shoppers can buy standard-rated goods without paying the 12.5% GST, but certain items and transaction types are excluded.
- The initiative aims to ease financial pressure, support local businesses, and help consumers during the holiday season.
- The measure, first introduced in 2024, has strong public support and is part of government efforts to address inflation.
- The Belize Tax Service will provide further guidelines, monitor compliance, and encourages consumers to report any GST violations.
Source: sanpedrosun.com
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