- NBR exempts VAT on essential goods during Ramadan.
- VAT exemption applies to rapeseed oil, colza seed oil, canola oil, mustard oil, biscuits, salt, flour, semolina, ground chili, coriander, turmeric, ginger, rice bran oil, sunflower oil, pulses, and pulse-based food grains.
- VAT exemption for LPG and natural gas at the business stage with specific conditions.
- VAT exemption does not apply to imported goods sold directly to consumers.
- To avail the exemption, businesses must be VAT registered, issue invoices, maintain registers, and submit monthly VAT returns.
Source: observerbd.com
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