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VAT Returns

CoralLedger Comply simplifies VAT return preparation for Bahamian businesses.

Filing Schedule

VAT returns in The Bahamas are filed:

  • Monthly - For businesses with annual turnover > $5 million
  • Quarterly - For most registered businesses
Filing Deadline

VAT returns are due by the 28th of the month following the period end.

Return Components

Each VAT return includes:

Output VAT (Sales)

  • Total taxable supplies at 10%
  • Total taxable supplies at 5%
  • Total zero-rated supplies
  • VAT collected from customers

Input VAT (Purchases)

  • VAT paid on business purchases
  • Eligible input tax credits

Net Position

  • VAT payable (if output > input)
  • VAT refundable (if input > output)

CoralLedger Comply Features

  • One-Click Generation - Generate returns from your imported transactions
  • Automatic Calculations - All totals computed automatically
  • Validation Checks - Catch errors before submission
  • Export Formats - PDF for records, data for filing

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