- Italian Supreme Court rules that Italian language courses taught abroad are exempt from VAT
- Educational services qualify for VAT exemption under Italian law
- Courses must be provided by recognized institutions with educational purposes similar to public bodies
- Location of service (Italy or abroad) is irrelevant for VAT exemption
- Study trips abroad could be considered “travel packages” under special travel agency regime
- Government recognition of educational institution is crucial for VAT exemption
- Italian authorities must provide recognition, no EU-wide mutual recognition mechanism
Source: eutekne.info
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