- The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) assured that the new VAT regime will not increase consumer prices or distort the market.
- Major VAT reforms effective January 1, 2026, include a 20% effective rate, abolition of the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy and VAT Flat Rate Scheme, a higher registration threshold, and full input tax deductions for NHIL and GETFund Levy.
- Concerns from the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association about higher prices and unfair burdens were addressed as misunderstandings.
- The GRA explained that the new system allows full input VAT deduction, lowering traders’ costs and resulting in lower final consumer prices compared to the old system.
- The Authority clarified that the higher registration threshold will not distort competition, as both registered and non-registered traders face similar final prices for consumers.
Source: modernghana.com
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