- European Commission starts a 12-week public consultation on VAT rules for travel and tourism.
- Aims to update regulations to improve competitiveness and address market distortions.
- Stakeholders invited to give feedback on VAT scheme for travel agents and passenger transport taxation.
- Focus on leveling competition for travel agents and simplifying transport taxation rules.
- Participation through an online questionnaire or position papers on the Commission’s platform.
- Travel and tourism sectors are significant to EU GDP and employment.
- Modernising VAT rules is crucial for fair competition and reducing administrative burdens.
- Results will inform a legislative proposal by the end of 2026.
- A summary of the consultation will be published and used in an impact assessment.
Source: taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu
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