Kingston Jamaica, November 4, 2025: The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) welcomes the decision by Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) to extend the General Consumption Tax (GCT) filing and payment deadline to November 28, 2025, in light of the widespread disruptions caused by Hurricane Melissa.
This extension comes after strong lobbying and advocacy efforts from the private sector, led by the PSOJ, which engaged directly with key government agencies to highlight the challenges faced by businesses across the island. Many firms experienced significant operational setbacks, including power outages, damaged infrastructure, and logistical delays, making compliance with the original October 31 deadline difficult.
“The TAJ’s decision is a practical and compassionate one that will provide much-needed breathing room for affected businesses to recover and stabilize operations,” said Metry Seaga, President of the PSOJ. “We commend the TAJ for listening to the concerns of the business community and responding swiftly in the spirit of partnership and national recovery.”
The PSOJ’s call for this reprieve forms part of its advocacy efforts and is one of many to the government to consider a slate of business-friendly initiatives to assist and support the most vulnerable and affected enterprises in this difficult time.
Beyond advocacy, the PSOJ has also taken a hands-on approach to national recovery. The organisation continues to collaborate closely with the Council of Voluntary Social Services (CVSS), the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), and other partners to coordinate the delivery of relief supplies to affected communities. The PSOJ has also mobilised its members to contribute goods, transportation, and financial support through the official PSOJ–CVSS relief channel.
Seaga added, “As we focus on rebuilding, the PSOJ remains committed to ensuring that policies and administrative measures are responsive to the realities on the ground. This type of cooperation between the public and private sectors demonstrates the importance of dialogue in building resilience and restoring productivity.”
The PSOJ expresses its appreciation to the TAJ for its continued partnership and urges businesses to make use of the extended deadline to complete their filings accurately and on time.
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Andrew Laidley
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Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ)
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