Chile Proposes Extension of VAT System to Low-Value Imports by Consumers

• Chile is proposing to extend its VAT system to impose VAT on low-value consignments of goods being imported directly by consumers
• Currently, there is an Import VAT exemption threshold set at $500, allowing importers to purchase goods free of VAT from non-resident companies up to this value
• The proposal would remove this threshold and require non-resident providers to charge VAT to consumers at a rate of 19%
• This follows similar VAT measures introduced on supplies of digital supplies
• If introduced, there will be a simplified registration scheme with no VAT registration threshold for non-resident traders.

Source: fiscalsolutions.co.uk

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