- The Swedish Tax Court issued Advance Notice No. 17-25/I on July 11.
- The notice clarifies VAT treatment for employee wellness benefits.
- The employer planned to offer subsidized office massages to employees.
- Half the cost would be covered by salary deductions, the rest as a tax-free benefit.
- The employer sought clarification on whether this is an economic activity under the VAT Act.
- The Tax Court determined massages are performed for compensation.
- The employer is considered to be carrying on an economic activity.
- The remuneration level is economically justified and offered to all employees.
- The taxable amount is the remuneration, with no indication of tax evasion.
Source: news.bloombergtax.com
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