Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is advising the public that the Cross Roads tax office, located in Kingston, will remain closed for business from Wednesday, August 31 to Friday, September 2, 2022.

The TAJ said in a statement on Wednesday that, during this time, persons are being advised to visit either the Kingston or St Andrew Revenue Service Centres, located in Downtown Kingston or the Constant Spring location, to conduct their usual transactions.

“The closure is necessary as the Tax Authority continues to take the necessary steps to ensure the well-being of its staff and customers, by investigating and correcting a problem stemming from a malfunctioning air-conditioning unit impacting the location,” the statement read.

The TAJ added that during the period of the closure, staff from the Cross Roads tax office have been redeployed to bolster the operations of the alternative offices to ensure operations there are as smooth as possible.

“The Cross Roads location is expected to reopen on Monday, September 5, 2022, when persons can conduct their usual transactions,” the statement added.

The TAJ is also reminding the public they can perform several transactions using TAJ’s tax portal at www.jamaicatax.gov.jm, these include filing, property tax querying and payment.

Additionally, business persons making GCT payments due today, August 31, 2022, may also opt to make payments via Direct Funds Transfer or National Commercial Bank Bill Pay.

The TAJ went on to apologise for any inconvenience caused, as it takes the necessary precautions to ensure a safe environment for its team members and clients.

For further information persons may contact the Tax Administration’s Customer Care Centre at 888-TAX-HELP (888-829-4357) toll-free or visit our website www.jamaicatax.gov.jm