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Clarification on VAT refund process for energy equipment acquisition post-certification by UPME

  • The invoice is necessary to request a refund of the sales tax (IVA) when the UPME issues a certification after the acquisition of goods or services excluded from the tax.
  • The DIAN clarified in Concept 140 that the invoice is required for the refund request when the certification is issued after the acquisition of goods or services by the UPME.
  • Concept 148 clarified that the invoice is the recognition document for the refund request when the UPME issues the certification after the acquisition of goods or services.
  • The Ministry of Environment certifies equipment and services excluded from the tax based on a list issued by the UPME.
  • Investors can request a refund of the tax paid if the certification is issued after the importation or acquisition of goods and services excluded from the tax, according to the Decree 1625 of 2016.
  • The Subdirection of Refunds of the DIAN issued guidelines for the refund request process, considering internal procedures and specifically the Subprocess of Refunds.

Source: amezquita.com.co

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