- Japan’s Tax Authority (TRTB) has confirmed that satellite launch services are exempt from VAT as a qualifying export exemption under Japan’s Consumption Tax Act.
- The exemption supports the growth of Japan’s expanding space industry, which relies on satellite launch services as a fundamental driver.
- The VAT system generally taxes domestic transactions, but export exemptions apply to certain services, including satellite launches.
- The TRTB’s clarification provides practical guidance for businesses in the space sector regarding tax treatment of launch services.
Source: gtlaw.com
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