GOB Press Release: Government of Belize Announces First-Ever GST Christmas Waiver

Monday, 9th December, 2024

Government of Belize Announces First-Ever GST Christmas Waiver

-For Immediate Release-

The Government of Belize announces that, for the first time, General Sales Tax (GST) will be waived on local retail sales of ALL standard-rated goods on December 14, 15, 21, and 22, 2024, subject to certain exceptions. On these days, Belizeans can purchase goods in shops and stores across the country without having to pay the 12.5% tax usually applied to most purchases.
In addition, for the entire month of December, picnic shoulder hams, smoked ham legs, and imported turkeys will be zero-rated.

 

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