- The tax administration clarified the VAT regime for companies providing vehicles to employees for mixed professional and private use.
- Vehicle provision is considered a taxable rental service if there is compensation, regardless of its form.
- No VAT applies if the vehicle is provided free of charge without any compensation from the employee.
- The taxable base includes all compensation received, allowing companies to deduct VAT on related expenses.
- Collective transport vehicles like shuttles are not subject to VAT if no compensation is required from employees.
- Exceptions allow VAT recovery if the vehicle use is necessary for economic activity organization.
- Companies must distinguish between compensated and non-compensated vehicle provision.
- They should verify VAT deduction eligibility based on vehicle type and assess the financial impact of VAT imposition.
- Proper classification of shuttle services is necessary to avoid tax issues.
Source: ayming.fr
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