Goods and Services Tax (GST)
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What is GST?
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a tax on sales of goods and services in Jersey.
GST is charged at 5% on most goods and services supplied in Jersey for local use, including those that are brought into the island.
For more information see GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Who can I contact for help with GST?
Help and advice is available from the Goods and Services Tax Team at the Treasury and Exchequer.
Treasury and Exchequer – Revenue
PO Box 56
St Helier
JE4 8PF
Tel: +441534 440555
Email: rgc@gov.je
Do I have to pay GST on non-exempt items purchased outside of the island?
These will be subject to the 5% rate of GST when they arrive in Jersey. No tax has to be paid if the items are worth less than £135.
What are the GST penalties?
Penalties available under the Goods and Services Tax [Jersey] Law 2007 include:-
- a £50 penalty for late returns
- a 2.5% surcharge for late payments
- a fine of £200 for repeated errors
- a fine for failure to register