Source-cited draft: vat / gst for Gambia (tax year 2025) — rates, thresholds and rules with primary-source citations. Unverified; pending local-accountant review.
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| VAT rates, registration and filing | The Gambia operates a Value Added Tax (VAT) at a standard rate of 15%, administered by the GRA under the Income and Value Added Tax Act. Exports are zero-rated and certain supplies are exempt. These figures are a draft to confirm with a licensed Gambian accountant. | |
| Standard VAT rate | 15%Income and Value Added Tax Act | |
| Zero rate | 0% on exports of goods and servicesIncome and Value Added Tax Act | |
| Exempt supplies | Certain supplies (e.g. specified financial, medical, education and basic goods) are exempt — confirm the current exempt scheduleIncome and Value Added Tax Act | |
| Mandatory VAT registration threshold | Annual turnover of D2,000,000 or moreIncome and Value Added Tax Act | |
| Voluntary VAT registration threshold | Annual turnover of D1,000,000 or moreIncome and Value Added Tax Act | |
| VAT de-registration | Available after 2 years if annual turnover falls below D1,000,000Income and Value Added Tax Act |
The Gambia operates a Value Added Tax (VAT) at a standard rate of 15%, administered by the GRA under the Income and Value Added Tax Act. Exports are zero-rated and certain supplies are exempt. These figures are a draft to confirm with a licensed Gambian accountant.
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| VAT filing frequency | Monthly — return and payment within 15 days after the end of the monthIncome and Value Added Tax Act |
| Non-resident / digital suppliers | Non-resident digital service suppliers are required to register for tax and obtain a TIN (2025 reform)Income and Value Added Tax Act |
| Input VAT credit | Registered persons may deduct input VAT on taxable purchases against output VATIncome and Value Added Tax Act |
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