GRA waiving VAT, duties on medical supplies needed for COVID-19 fight

The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) yesterday announced the wavier of VAT and duties on all medical supplies associated with the testing, prevention and treatment of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) until June 30, 2020.

The GRA, in a statement, also unveiled tax deductions for all donations made by local businesses to staff and health institutions for the treatment of the virus.