- Portugal’s state budget law for 2024 changed VAT rates for food and beverage services
- Circular Letter No. 25019 was published to clarify the application of the intermediate VAT rate
- Food and beverage services without alcoholic beverages or soft drinks are subject to the intermediate VAT rate
- If alcoholic beverages or soft drinks are included, the standard VAT rate applies to those items
- If services or goods are not specified in a commercial invoice, the standard VAT rate applies
- Invoices must separate items subject to different tax rates and include specific details for each item
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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