Latvia Extends 12% VAT Rate on Fresh Produce, Effective 2025

• The Latvian Official Gazette published a law on December 19 amending the VAT Law
• The amendment repeals the sunset date of December 31 for a reduced 12 percent VAT rate
• The reduced VAT rate applies to fresh fruits, berries, and vegetables that are washed, peeled, shelled, cut, and packaged
• The reduced rate does not apply to frozen, salted, or dried products
• The Ministry of Agriculture is required to submit a report by June 1, 2028
• The report will assess the impact of the reduced VAT rate on the prices of these products for end consumers and include regional price comparisons
• The law will be effective from January 1, 2025

Source: news.bloombergtax.com

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