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Morocco’s 2025 VAT and Indirect Tax Measures Overview

  • Modification and Suspension of Duties and Taxes:
    • The government is authorized to modify or suspend tariff rates and other duties and taxes on imports and exports, excluding VAT.
    • This includes taxes on domestic consumption as specified in the Dahir (law) n° 1-77-340 of October 9, 1977.
  • Changes to the Customs and Indirect Tax Code:
    • Various articles of the customs and indirect tax code are amended to update payment methods, exemptions, and penalties.
    • Specific changes include electronic payment requirements, exemptions for certain goods, and penalties for non-compliance.
  • Exemptions and Special Regimes:
    • Certain goods and services are exempt from VAT with the right to deduction, including:
    • Equipment for educational institutions.
    • FIFA-related imports.
    • Goods intended for the construction of private educational or vocational training establishments or real estate investment companies (OPCI).
    • Exemptions also apply to products and services acquired by FIFA representations in Morocco and their affiliated organizations, as per their statutes.
  • Special Tax Rates and Penalties:
    • The document details specific conditions under which VAT is applied or exempted.
    • Penalties for non-compliance with VAT regulations are outlined, such as the requirement for electronic payment of taxes and the consequences of failing to do so.
  • VAT on Imports and Internal Transactions:
    • VAT is applied to imported goods and domestic transactions, with specific provisions for certain categories like:
    • Domestic consumption taxes on various products (e.g., beverages, tobacco).
    • Adjustments to the tariff of import duties affecting products containing cannabis components.
  • VAT Refunds and Adjustments:
    • Provisions for VAT refunds and adjustments are included, particularly for goods and services that are exempt but still allow for input tax deductions.
  • New Tax Introductions and Adjustments:
    • New taxes are introduced for products such as electronic cigarettes and related items, which are subject to internal consumption tax but also tied to VAT regulations.
  • General Tax Code Amendments:
    • The general tax code is updated to reflect the VAT measures, including new definitions, exemptions, and procedural requirements.
  • Implementation and Transitional Measures:
    • The VAT measures have specific implementation dates, with some provisions taking effect from January 1, 2025, and others from January 1, 2026.
    • Transitional measures are in place to ensure a smooth transition to the new VAT regulations, including provisions for existing exemptions and special regimes.

Source gov.ma

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