May 14th, 2020 at 09:23 pm
The Ghana Revenue Authority’s core mandate is to ensure maximum compliance with all relevant laws in order to ensure a sustainable revenue stream for government, trade facilitation and a controlled and safe flow of goods across the country’s borders.
Since 2009, GRA has been introducing new technology, which will make it convenient and cheaper for taxpayers to file returns, pay taxes and comply with tax laws. Two key products that were introduced in 2018 were the Integrated Tax Application and Preparation Systems (iTaPS) and the Excise Tax Stamp Authenticator (ETSA).
How to Register for TIN number with less effort and hassle
What is a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)?
The Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is a unique Identification number issued to taxpayers and potential taxpayers.
Getting a TIN is free. You must get it if you should be paying tax. It is an offence if you don’t.
Reasons to get a TIN
You must have a TIN to:
- register your business with the Registrar-General’s Department,
- do business with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA),
- open a bank account,
- register your vehicle,
- get a passport,
- register land,
- clear goods from a port or airport,
- file a case at the court,
- get a drivers’ licence.
How to get a TIN
You need any of the following documents to apply, your:
- valid Drivers’ License,
- valid Passport,
- Voters ID,
- National Identification Card,
- Make a coloured photocopy of the ID used
HOW TO DO THE ONLINE REGISTRATION