Spain Extends 0% VAT Rate on Basic Foods and Increases VAT on Energy Products

• Spain has extended the 0% VAT rate on basic food items until June 30, 2024.
• The 0% VAT rate will apply to breads, milk, cheeses, eggs, fruits, vegetables, legumes, tubers, and cereals.
• The reduced VAT rate of 5% on olive oil, seed oil, and pasta products has also been extended until June 30, 2024.
• Certain energy products, such as electricity and natural gas, will have an increased VAT rate of 10% for specific periods in 2024.
• Pellets, briquettes, firewood, and ecological substitutes for natural gas will also have a 10% VAT rate until June 30, 2024.

Source: meridianglobalservices.com

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