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Public Contributions to Foundations Not Subject to VAT, Says Tax Agency in Recent Ruling

  • Contributions from a public entity to a foundation for operational and institutional activities are not subject to VAT
  • The Italian Revenue Agency clarified this in response to a query published on June 19, 2025
  • The case involves a park authority funding a foundation for visitor centers and joint tourism promotion activities
  • A contribution is considered non-repayable if the provider expects no economic benefit or return service from the recipient
  • Contributions are made under Article 12 of Law 241/90, which pertains to economic benefits
  • These contributions do not qualify as consideration

Source: eutekne.info

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