- South Africa plans to eliminate VAT exemption on low-value imports.
- Changes align with interim measures by SARS since September 2024.
- 2025 Draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill proposes removing the de minimis threshold.
- Small consignments under ZAR 500 will no longer be VAT-free.
- Expected to increase import costs for businesses and consumers, especially in eCommerce.
- May impact educational supply chains due to VAT on printed materials.
- Current law exempts goods under ZAR 500 from VAT if no customs duty is payable.
- Many stakeholders have already been charged VAT on low-value imports since September 2024.
- Proposed changes aim to ensure VAT applies to all imported goods regardless of value.
- National Treasury seeks to level the playing field between local and offshore sellers.
Source: insightplus.bakermckenzie.com
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