- Paraguay’s executive branch issued Decree No. 2063/24 on 9 July 2024 for a new shopping tourism regime
- The regime applies to importers and traders of certain goods, including food, beverages, cosmetics, clothing, and electronics
- Aims to stimulate trade in border cities for individuals not domiciled in Paraguay
- Taxpayers must meet certain requirements to register for the regime, including proving business experience and having a minimum capital and bank balance
- Registered importers can nationalize products listed in the decree’s annex at a reduced VAT rate of 1.25%
- VAT paid on importation is considered final when products are sold to tourists or registered taxpayers exempt from VAT
- Previous authorizations under the tourism regime will be valid until 31 August 2024
Source: taxathand.com
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