September 17 Extension for Statutory and Quarterly Taxes

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is advising all business persons that an extension has been given on monthly Statutory Deductions, quarterly Income Tax/Statutory Payments, and all other taxes due for the taxable period to September 17, 2021. This means that all tax payments originally due on September 14 and 15, 2021 have been extended, and taxpayers now have until September 17 to make the following payments to include:  

• Statutory Deductions (S01) for August
• Estimated Corporate Income Tax (3rd quarter)
• Self Employed Statutory Payments (3rd quarter)
• Stamp Duty (3rd quarter)
• Trade Licence
• Withholding Tax 

Business persons are reminded that they have several payment options at their fingertips, these include via TAJ’s tax portal using a credit card or any banking card with credit card features, the Scotiabank’s automated direct deposit via TAJ’s website up to a maximum of $99,999,999.00, using the National Commercial Bank’s online platform by adding TAJ as a payee or via the new Direct Funds Transfer process.

In addition to the various online options now available, persons are being reminded that tax payments may still be made at any of the 28 Tax Offices. The public is also reminded that all tax offices close to the public at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow, Friday September 10, to facilitate staff making personal preparations ahead of the no-movement period the following week.

With the heightened COVID 19 response, customers are urged to follow the instructions given at its locations, to wear their masks, observe the physical distancing requirement of 6 feet, sanitize, and to also bear in mind that we will be operating with a reduced number of personnel, as the rotation of staff will continue. 

Employers paying over monthly statutory deductions are reminded that they can benefit from an Employment Tax Credit by paying their S01 on time. Persons are also encouraged to honour their tax obligations by making payments on or before the respective due dates to avoid additional interest and penalties. 

For further information persons may contact the Tax Administration’s Customer Care Centre at 888-Tax-Help (888-829-4357) toll-free or visit our website www.jamaicatax.gov.jm.