Norwegian Tax Appeals Board Denies VAT Exemption for Domestic Transport Services to Foreign Businesses

• The Norwegian Tax Administration posted a decision on April 8 regarding VAT on transport services.
• A transport service provider sought a ruling on VAT exemption for services to foreign VOEC-registered businesses.
• The Tax Office determined the services were not exempt from VAT.
• The taxpayer appealed, claiming the services were part of international transport.
• The Tax Appeals Board dismissed the appeal.
• The Board found the services did not qualify for exemption under Section 6-28 of the VAT Act.
• The services were considered purely domestic without a cross-border element.

Source: news.bloombergtax.com

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