1 January 2021

Germany – Covid-19: 19% and 7% VAT Rates of to be applied again in Germany

As of January1^st 2021, the 19% and 7% VAT rates apply again in Germany. Germany has authorised a temporary reduction in its VAT rates. The standard VAT rate was reduced from 19% to 16% and the reduced VAT rate from 7% to 5%. This measure was in force from 1^st July 2020 to 31st December 2020.

1 January 2021

OTHER VAT BRIEFS Covid-19

Germany – Reduced rate on education benefits

In order to comply with European Union law, the Annual Tax Act 2024 provides for an overhaul of Section 4 No. 21 of the German VAT Act , exempting school...

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Germany

VAT rates

26 April 2024

Switzerland – New VAT rates in Switzerland from January 1, 2024

From January1, 2024, VAT rates in Switzerland will increase : Standard VAT rate increases from 7.7% to 8.1%. Reduced VAT rate raised from 2.5% to 2.6 Special rate for lodging increases...

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Switzerland

VAT Payment VAT rates

19 September 2023

Czech Republic – Change in VAT rates applicable to certain products in 2024

As a reminder, from January 1, 2024 the rates applicable in the Czech Republic will be as follows: Standard rate: 21% Reduced rates: 12% In line with this reform, it...

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Czech Republic

Media, Press, Culture

VAT rates

20 August 2023

Ireland – Increase in VAT rate applicable to the hotel sector

From September 1, 2023, the VAT rate applicable to the hotel and tourism sector will rise from 9% to 13.5%. This rate will apply to accommodation in hotels...

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Ireland

Hotels Restaurants Cafes

VAT rates

8 August 2023