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VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
VAT is a tax you pay on most goods and services. % of VAT What the rate…
In shops Any VAT due is already included in the price of something you buy…
You’ll pay a rate of either 5% or 0% VAT when certain energy-saving…
If you’re over 60, you pay a reduced rate of VAT (5%) on certain mobility…
You can only buy tax-free goods from shops: in Great Britain (England,…
Tobacco Duty is included in the price you pay for cigarettes, cigars and…
Fuel Duty is included in the price you pay for petrol, diesel and other…
Airlines pay Air Passenger Duty (APD) for every passenger who flies from…
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is usually included in the price you pay for…
Find out how to account for VAT schemes on business gifts, samples and promotional schemes.
Find out how to apply VAT to betting, gaming, bingo, lotteries and machine games.
How to work out the VAT on building work and materials if you're a contractor, subcontractor or developer.
Check which attractions are eligible for the temporary reduced rate of VAT from 15 July 2020.
FCDO travel advice for Germany. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Use a separate statement of objection form for each Japanese GI product name you object to.
How to account for VAT if you’re a contractor or subcontractor installing energy-saving materials and grant-funded heating equipment.
Traditional term for wine
Find out when you need to pay VAT if you provide holiday accommodation, caravans and camping facilities.
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