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VAT Rates for Forestry Sector: Overview of Reduced and Standard Rates

The French Tax Authority has issued updated guidelines detailing the applicable VAT rates for various goods and services within the forestry sector, effective 28 May 2025.

  • Forestry Operations:
    Activities like planting, weeding, pruning, and maintenance generally qualify for the 10% reduced VAT rate, while others such as tree marking and storage creation are taxed at 20%.

  • Wood Management:
    Firewood and similar heating products attract a 10% rate, while items like pointed stakes are taxed at 5.5%. Non-heating wood products and related services remain at 20%.

  • Compliance Guidance:
    Taxable entities must consult related guidelines to confirm eligibility for reduced rates. Activities not meeting criteria are subject to the standard 20% VAT, requiring careful compliance evaluation.

Source: vatabout.com

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