- St Kitts and Nevis announces 5% off discounted VAT days on August 16-17
- The discounted VAT days are part of the ‘Back-to-School Discounted VAT Rate Days’
- Eligible tangible items subject to 17% VAT will qualify for the 5% discount
- Exceptions to the discount include vehicles, guns, ammunition, cigarettes, and alcoholic beverages
- Non-tangible items like professional services will continue to be subject to the 17% VAT rate
- The government encourages businesses and customers to participate in the discounted VAT rate days
- Christmas discounted VAT rate days are also announced for December 13 and December 21, 2024
- Temporary concessions on school supplies and air-cooling devices are available from July 1 to September 30, 2024
- Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted the initiative to offer benefits to citizens and stimulate the local economy.
Source: wicnews.com
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