The general public has been advised not to pay any fees of any kind to any official by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), with particular caution applied to enterprises and individuals who are registered for VAT.
The Authority declared that all of its Domestic Tax Revenue Division (DTRD) and Customs offices nationwide do not collect fees or money for services provided, in accordance with its policies and procedures.
A notice issued by the Authority on October 18, 2023 said: “Taxpayers are advised not to pay any money to a tax officer for rendering services. Services provided by the GRA are totally free.”
It further stated that taxpayers only need to pay for value books, like VAT/NHIL invoice booklets, while making their purchases. This is however sold at GH¢1.50.
Therefore, the public is urged to report any instances of extortion by GRA employees.