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Parliament Considers Hikes to Tourism-Related Taxes and Levies

Parliament considered two bills to increase tourism taxes: TGST, Green Tax, and Airport Fees/Taxes. Approved to committee. Proposed: TGST from 16% to 17% from June 2025; Green Tax from $6 to $12 from January 2025; Airport taxes/fees increase for all except locals in economy ($12 fee and $12 tax). Voting: 58 for, 10 against (MDP and MDA opposed, PNC supported).

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Oct 18, 2024

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Parliament considered two bills to increase tourism taxes: TGST, Green Tax, and Airport Fees/Taxes. Approved to committee. Proposed: TGST from 16% to 17% from June 2025; Green Tax from $6 to $12 from January 2025; Airport taxes/fees increase for all except locals in economy ($12 fee and $12 tax). Voting: 58 for, 10 against (MDP and MDA opposed, PNC supported).

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