- The South African Revenue Service has issued an updated VAT guide for vendors involved in construction and fixed property transactions.
- The guide reflects amendments to the VAT and tax administration laws, effective from January 5.
- The guide covers topics such as the VAT implications of building construction on fixed property and the scope of common transactions falling under the definition of “fixed property.”
- It also explains the concept of an enterprise carrying out activity “continuously or regularly” and non-enterprise activities that do not require VAT registration.
- The guide provides information on VAT registration requirements, accounting, annual adjustments based on taxable use, and more.
Source: news.bloombergtax.com
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