- UK fund managers must comply with complex VAT regulations, especially regarding the exemption of fund management services
- Fund management services in the UK are generally exempt from VAT, but specific conditions must be met
- Fund management includes management fees, administrative services, and third-party services related to fund management
- The nature of the fund under management is crucial in applying the VAT exemption
- HMRC launched a consultation in 2023 to simplify the definition of qualifying funds for VAT exemption purposes
- UK fund managers can no longer rely on EU VAT law for their services starting from January 1, 2024
Source: haysmacintyre.com
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