October GCT filing and payment extended to November 28
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Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is advising taxpayers that the due date for filing returns for Consumption Taxes for the month of September has been extended from October 31 to Friday, November 28, 2025.
This means that taxpayers will not face penalties for late filing and payment. The new deadline has been granted in consideration of persons who may have been affected by Hurricane Melissa, which has impacted the country.
The Consumption Taxes referenced include General Consumption Tax (GCT), Special Consumption Tax (SCT), Telephone Call Tax (TCT), and Guest Accommodation Room Tax (GART).
The Consumption Tax returns for October 2025 are also due on November 28, 2025. Therefore, taxpayers will file and pay both September and October returns to meet the November 28 deadline. Taxpayers are reminded that filing is mandatory online on TAJ’s website at www.jamaicatax.gov.jm.
Payment can also be made via the TAJ’s eServices platform on its website, using a Credit Card or Debit Card with Credit Card features. Other payment options include: ü NCB Online Banking, ü Scotia OnLine and Mobile App ü Direct Funds Transfer TAJ encourages taxpayers to make use of this additional time to ensure that their filings are accurate and complete.
TAJ remains committed to supporting taxpayers during this period and encourages all to take advantage of the extension. For more information, contact TAJ’s Customer Care at (888) TAX-HELP (829-4357).
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