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Highlights
- Brazil Implements New VAT Rate of 26.5% in Major Tax Reform Effort
- Estonia reverses Covid-related VAT cuts from January 2025
- Estonia – VAT Rate Increase in Estonia by 2025
- Finland to Increase Standard VAT Rate to 25.5% from 1 September 2024
- Indonesia – Reconsidering VAT Increase from 11% to 12% by Jan. 1, 2025
- Italy – 5% VAT Rate Introduced for Winter Sports Courses in Italy from August 10, 2024
- Swiss update on VAT rise from 8.1% to 8.5% 2026
- Vietnam Extends Tax Deadlines and 2% VAT Reduction till End of 2024: Expert Overview
Australia
- Guidance for Determining GST Classification of Food and Beverage Products
- Emerging GST Issues in Food and Beverage Products: Latest Updates and Classification Guidelines
- Updated GST Product Classification Guidance and Resources for Informed Decision-Making
- ATO Draft Determination: GST Treatment of Sunscreen Supplies – SPF 15 or More (2024)
- Draft Determination GSTD 2024/D2: GST Treatment of Sunscreen Products – Feedback Needed by 13 September
Bangladesh
Belgium
- Proposed Tax Reform aimst to consolidate two reduced VAT rates into a single rate of 9%
- Declaration 111-5 in the context of demolition and reconstruction finally available
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Denmark
- Danish Ministry of Taxation proposes VAT and Payroll Tax Act amendments for 2025.
- Proposed changes aim to simplify and streamline the tax system, incl. changes to VAT rates, exemptions and reporting requirements
Ecuador
- Taxation Requirements for Non-Taxi Land Transportation Services in Ecuador Clarified in Official Circular
- Ecuador Clarifies Invoice Requirement for Tax Deduction and 0% VAT Rate for Transport Services
Estonia
Estonia/ Greece/ Vietnam
Ethiopia
European Union/ Norway/ Switzerland/ United Kingdom
- 2024 EU VAT Rates: Changes in Estonia, Luxembourg, Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Upcoming Changes
Finland
- Finland VAT Rate Re-Classification Public Consultation for Specific Goods and Services
- Finland Implements VAT and IPT Rate Increase Effective September 1, 2024
- Finland to Increase Standard VAT Rate to 25.5% from 1 September 2024
- Finnish Customs explains tax point re increase in VAT Rate to 25.5% for Customs Clearance of Goods
- Finnish Ministry of Finance proposes 2025 budget draft with tax rate increases and changes.
- General VAT increase in September – impact on consumers and businesses explained by Tax Administration
- Finland’s Ministry of Finance Proposes 2025 Budget with Major Tax Adjustments
- Proposed Changes to VAT Rates in Finland: Public Comment Period Open Until August 19
- Finland to Raise VAT to 25.5% Starting 1 September 2024
- VAT rate of candies in Finland expected to be increased from 14 % to new general rate of 25,5 % on 1 June 2025
- VAT Rate Changes from September 2024
- Finland Implements Standard VAT Rate Increase to 25.5% Starting September 1, 2024
France
- Understanding VAT Rates in France: Normal, Reduced, Specific, and Zero Rates Explained
- Case: VAT rate for Fresh Sushi
- 2024 TVA Update: 5.5% Reduced Rate for Audio Books, Board Games, and Storytellers
- France VAT Exemption for Exports: Proof Requirements and Valid Documents
- Special Taxation in Corsica: VAT Rates and Regulations for Specific Products and Services
- Reduced VAT Rates for Taxable Services – Scope and Application Guide
- Taxation of Services at Standard Rate: Guidelines for VAT Liquidation and Normal Rates.
- Reduced VAT Rates for Accommodation, Catering and Services for Specific Audiences in France
- Reduced VAT Rates for On-Site Consumption and Catering Services – French Tax Code
- Reduced VAT Rates on Accommodation and Rentals in France: Exemptions and Exceptions Explained
- Reduced VAT Rates for Accommodation, Lodging, and Catering Services – Taxable Services Explanation
- 2024 Tax Law Changes for Hotel Accommodation and Furnished Residential Rentals – Commentary Reorganization
Germany
- Changes in Application of Zero Tax Rate for Plug-in Solar Devices
- Application of Zero Tax Rate for Plug-in Solar Devices – Updated Regulations by BMF
- Application of Zero Tax Rate for Plug-in Solar Devices under VAT Law (§ 12 UStG)
- Taxation of Plant-Based Milk Alternatives: Not Subject to Reduced Rates as Milk Products.
Ghana
- IMF suggests govt may reintroduce 15% VAT on electricity as inflation declines
- IMF Suggests Reintroducing 15% VAT on Electricity Amid Declining Inflation in Ghana
- NPP Plans to Abolish 10% VAT on Betting to Support Youth and Boost Economy
Greece
India
- Understanding GST Implications on Hostel and Accommodation with Food Services
- GST rate rationalisation: GoM not keen on tweaking current slabs for now, seeks more data
- GST Rate Rationalisation Committee Decides No Change Needed in Tax Slabs for Now
- Finance Ministry to Reevaluate 18% GST Rate on Digital News Subscriptions at Upcoming Council Meeting
- IMF’s Gopinath Urges India for Structural Reforms and Fewer GST Rates to Boost Revenue
- Simplify GST Regime to Boost Revenue: Insights from IMF Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath
- GST Council to Discuss Rate Rationalisation and Overseas Operations Notices in September 9 Meeting
- Finance Ministry to Review GST Rates on Digital News Subscription: Potential Reduction Expected
- Finance ministry to review GST rates on digital news subscription: Sources
- India GST rate consolidation talks start
- Potential Reduction of GST on Health and Life Insurance Premiums: Latest Report
Indonesia
Ireland
- Irish Supreme Court: Subway’s Sweet Bread Not Eligible for Zero Rating
- Restaurants Struggle as VAT Hike Leads to Closure of Over 500 Eateries
Italy
- Fertilizers of foreign origin – VAT rate 4 percent – no. 19) Table A Part II VAT Decree
- Italian Revenue Agency Confirms 4% VAT Rate on Fertilizers, Domestic and Imported
- 5% VAT Rate Introduced for Winter Sports Courses in Italy from August 10, 2024
- Winter sports courses with a VAT rate of 5%
- 5% VAT Rate for Winter Sports Courses
- 10% VAT on Medical Devices: When Does it Apply?
- Ministerial Approval Granted for Legislative Decree Enacting SME VAT Scheme and Rates Directives
- Italian Revenue Agency Clarifies VAT Rates for Syrups and Medical Devices Under Customs Codes
- Classification of New Medical Devices and Syrups for VAT – Italian Tax Inquiry 175/2024
- Extension of VAT Exclusion to Amateur Sports Societies: Implications and Benefits until 2025
Japan
Kenya
Latvia
Malaysia
Malta
Montenegro
- Montenegro Aligns VAT Rules with EU Standards in Preparation for Membership
- Montenegro Government Endorses Tax Law Amendments Aligning with EU Legislation and Increasing Farmer Compensation
- Montenegrin Government Proposes VAT Law Amendments to Benefit Consumers and Businesses
Mozambique
Netherlands
- Cabinet to Proceed with VAT Increase for Culture, Media and Hotels Despite Protests
- Hotel industry fears millions loss due to higher VAT, impacting tourism recovery and competitiveness.
- Majority of Dutch people fear for health if VAT increase in sports
- Dick Schoof Attends Olympics Despite Sports VAT Increase: Not Hypocritical, Says Minister-President
- Cartoonists Protest Against VAT Increase on Newspapers: Daily Comic Campaign Begins on Saturday
- State Secretary confirms VAT increase on sports, working on minimizing impact on athletes.
Nigeria
- Nigeria Customs: Guidelines for 0% Duty Rate and VAT Exemption on Basic Food Items
- Guidelines for implementation of 0% duty rate on some basic food items
- Government Implements Zero-Duty Rate and VAT Exemption on Basic Food Items
Pakistan
- KTBA Advocates for Fair Tax Treatment in Pharmaceutical Sector Amid Sales Tax Changes
- MTL Warns of Production Shutdown Due to Unclear GST, Calls for Regulatory Clarity
- FBR Doubles Sales Tax on Imported Computers and Laptops in Pakistan for 2024-25 Tax Year
Poland
Portugal
Russia
- Russian Airlines Retain VAT Benefits for Domestic Air Travel Until 2028
- Increased Customs Duties on Flowers and Alcohol from Unfriendly Countries: Impact on Importers and Consumers
South Africa
- South Africa introduces VAT for low-cost e-commerce products
- South Korea Extends Temporary Tax Rate Reduction for Individual Consumption Taxes until October 31
Spain
Sri Lanka
Switzerland
- Switzerland to Fund 13th Month of Pension Through VAT Increase
- Switzerland to Increase VAT for Pension Reforms Funding by 2030
- Switzerland Considers Raising Value-Added Tax to Fund Pension Increase
- Swiss update on VAT rise from 8.1% to 8.5% 2026
Thailand
Ukraine
- Basis for Applying 7% VAT Rate on Imported Medicines: MOH Order on Access Program
- Government Updates Zero VAT Rate Application Rules During Martial Law
United Kingdom
- Dispute over VAT zero-rating for hair augmentation services for women with significant hair loss
- Mark Glenn Ltd – FTT – Kinsey System for clients with significant hair loss – whether zero rated as a ‘supply to a disabled person of services of adapting goods to suit…
- Hair Loss System VAT Dispute: Zero-Rating Eligibility for Adapted Goods and Services
- Impact of VAT and Business Rates Changes on Private Schools in England
United States
- Oklahoma Shoppers Rejoice as State Grocery Sales Tax is Eliminated
- Meals Taxes across the Nation
- A guide to Sales and Use Tax in New York
- Why are there over 100,000 Sales & Use Tax rates in the US?
- Florida’s Second Disaster Sales Tax Holiday: Save on Essential Supplies from August 24 to September 6
- Michigan Sales and Use Tax: Updated Guidance on Taxability of Food for Human Consumption
- Sales Tax Rates in Major Cities, Midyear 2024
- Midyear 2024: Sales Tax Rates in Major US Cities – Highest, Lowest, and Changes
- Mississippi Sales Tax Reform for Oil and Gas Activities Effective July 1, 2024
- Pennsylvania Court Upholds Sales Tax on Perrier Water as Soft Drink
Uruguay
Vietnam
- Understanding Vietnam’s Special Consumption Tax: Regulations, Rates, and Implications for Businesses
- Vietnam Extends Tax Deadlines and 2% VAT Reduction till End of 2024: Expert Overview
World
- Designing a Progressive VAT: A Proposal for Fair Taxation and Income Redistribution
- July 2024 VAT Updates: A Global Roundup of Rate Changes and Developments on VATupdate.com
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