Amazon Web Services (AWS) will start charging Value Added Tax (VAT) and other levies on its services for customers in Ghana from March 1, 2025.
Why it matters
AWS is the world’s leading cloud computing platform, offering a wide range of cloud-based services for businesses, governments, and individuals.
It provides on-demand computing power, storage, and networking capabilities to help organizations scale and innovate without investing in physical infrastructure
Businesses and individuals using AWS services in Ghana will see an increase in their cloud service costs due to the additional tax charges.
The details
- AWS will apply a 15% VAT on all sales of its services in Ghana.
- Customers will also be charged 6% in levies, which include:
- National Health Insurance Levy
- Ghana Education Trust Fund Levy
- COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy
What’s next
AWS will issue VAT invoices for accounts in Ghana starting March 1, 2025. Businesses should prepare by informing their finance and accounting teams to adjust for the tax implications.
