The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has extended the deadline for filing selected tax returns following the severe flooding caused by recent heavy rains in Accra and surrounding communities.
The extension covers second-quarter Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Personal Income Tax (PIT), as well as May 2026 Value Added Tax (VAT), National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), and Communications Service Tax (CST) returns.
The affected tax returns were originally due on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in line with Ghana’s tax calendar, which requires taxpayers to file by the last working day of the month following the taxable period.
In a statement, the GRA announced that the Commissioner-General had approved a new filing deadline of Monday, July 6, 2026, to provide relief to businesses and individuals whose operations were disrupted by the flooding.
The Authority assured taxpayers that no late filing penalties would be imposed on returns submitted within the extended period. However, it cautioned that the applicable sanctions under the tax laws would take effect after the July 6 deadline.
The GRA also encouraged taxpayers to take advantage of its digital platforms, particularly the Taxpayer Portal, to file their returns without the need to travel during the ongoing disruptions.
Businesses experiencing operational difficulties have been advised to contact their nearest Taxpayer Service Centre or tax office for support.
According to the Authority, the extension is a targeted relief measure intended to ease the burden on affected taxpayers while ensuring continued compliance with tax obligations.
The GRA further reaffirmed its commitment to supporting businesses through the challenging period while sustaining domestic revenue mobilisation to support Ghana’s development agenda.
