- The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has published guidelines for the refund of Value Added Tax (VAT) paid by diplomats, missions and international organizations.
- The guidelines provide a framework for processing requests for VAT refunds. Diplomats, diplomatic missions and international organizations are entitled to a refund of VAT paid on goods and services purchased or imported.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs collaborates with FIRS during the refund process to ensure efficiency and transparency.
- Applications for refunds on goods purchased by international organizations must be made to the Executive Chairman of FIRS with proper documentation.
- The guidelines are a welcome development that creates opportunities for diplomats and qualified international organizations to exercise their privileges.
Source WTS
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