- VAT is applied on top of the charter rate in the world of yacht charters
- VAT is a consumption tax applied to yacht charters in many countries
- VAT is calculated as a percentage of the charter fee and is mandatory depending on the region
- VAT is payable 30 days before the departure date according to MYBA and CYBA contracts
- VAT rates vary across EU countries, with different rates and application details
- France, Italy, Greece, Spain, Croatia, Turkey, Slovenia, Cyprus, Malta, and Sweden have specific VAT rates for yacht charters
- France, Monaco, and Italy have specific VAT regulations for superyacht charters, with VAT charged at the full rate of the departure country
- VAT is charged on any delivery or redelivery fees associated with the charter in France and Italy
Source: yourboatholiday.com
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