- The FTA issued updated guidance on VAT for SWIFT transactions
- Replaces previous guidance VATP036
- Covers invoicing and documentation requirements for SWIFT messages
- Clarifies treatment of international bank charges via SWIFT
- SWIFT messages can be used as records under certain conditions
- Explains criteria for input VAT recovery by financial institutions
- Details on place of supply rules and reverse charge mechanism
Source: globalvatcompliance.com
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