- South African Revenue Service released an updated VAT guide for vendors on December 17
- The new guide replaces all previous editions
- It includes updated definitions relevant to VAT compliance and operations
- Introduces a provision for easier registration of foreign entities for VAT in South Africa
- Allows VAT-registered telecommunications providers to issue credit notes for changes in supply after issuing a prepaid voucher
- Defines out-of-scope supplies as goods and services not exempted by law, barring vendors from claiming input tax deductions for these
- Includes provisions for developers temporarily letting dwelling units while intending to sell them as taxable supplies
- The updated guide is now the sole reference for VAT-related matters for vendors
Source: globalvatcompliance.com
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