Guyana GPL Electricity Bill & Utility Tariff Calculator
Estimate monthly electric power costs for homes, businesses, and industrial plants across Demerara-Berbice and Essequibo interconnected grids in Guyana Dollars (G$).
Consumption & Service Classification
GPL Utility Bill Breakdown Public Utilities Commission Rates
| Tariff Element | Unit Rate | Cost (G$) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Consumption Charge | G$49.60 / kWh | G$14,880 |
| Fixed Meter Charge | Monthly customer fee | G$500 |
| Subtotal (Excl. VAT) | Net Utility Charge | G$15,380 |
| 14% Value-Added Tax (VAT) | 0.0% (Exempt) | G$0 |
| Total Monthly Payable | GPL Bill Total | G$15,380 |
Residential VAT Relief: Residential customers whose monthly bill is under G$35,000 pay zero VAT. VAT is only charged if residential consumption exceeds G$35,000.
GPL Customer Advice:
- Prepaid Itron Meters: Many residential units use prepaid tokens without monthly fixed meter bills.
- Gas-to-Energy Project: Upcoming natural gas generation in Wales, West Demerara is designed to reduce future power tariffs.
- Due Date: Bills are payable within 21 days to prevent disconnection penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Authoritative statutory guidance and compliance details
1. What is the residential electricity rate for GPL in Guyana?
Guyana Power and Light (GPL) Residential Tariff A charges approximately G$49.60 to G$52.00 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), plus a fixed monthly meter service charge.
2. Is electricity subject to 14% VAT in Guyana?
Residential electricity consumption below the statutory threshold (currently G$35,000 per month) is zero-rated / exempt from VAT. Commercial and industrial consumption is subject to standard 14% VAT.
3. What are the commercial and industrial GPL tariffs?
Commercial Tariff B is approximately G$58.50 per kWh plus 14% VAT. Industrial Tariff C charges a Maximum Demand fee of approximately G$2,500 per kVA plus an energy charge of G$52.00 per kWh.
4. Does GPL charge a fuel surcharge / adjustment factor?
GPL tariffs include a fuel surcharge adjustment reflecting global heavy fuel oil (HFO) prices, though government subsidies often stabilize the end-user consumer tariff.
5. What is the average monthly household electricity cost in Guyana?
A typical family home consuming 250 to 350 kWh per month incurs an electricity bill of approximately G$13,000 to G$18,500.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Financial Systems AuditorFounder of appsforpc.net and expert in statutory payroll systems, cross-border tax compliance, and automated legal computations. All calculator logic is strictly benchmarked against official statutes and regulatory publications.
📊 Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) & NIS Statutory Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (GYD) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | GY$ 0.00 |
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Principal Financial Systems Architect & South American CARICOM & Guyana Revenue Authority Lead
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