- Latvia plans to introduce new VAT reductions for books and certain food products starting in 2026.
- A reduced 5% VAT rate will apply to books and publications in Latvian, Latgalian, Livonian, and official languages of the EU, EEA, Switzerland, EU candidate countries, and OECD member states.
- A one-year pilot project will apply a 12% VAT rate to essential food products like bread, milk, poultry, and eggs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
- The measures aim to support local languages, address high food prices, and improve competitiveness for domestic producers.
- The government estimates a budget loss of around EUR 32 million due to the reduced VAT on food products.
Source: vatabout.com
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