- Iceland issued guidelines clarifying VAT obligations for cruise ship operators on domestic voyages within Iceland.
- Domestic voyages are defined as cruises that embark and disembark passengers in Iceland without visiting foreign ports.
- The general VAT rate is 24%, but certain goods and services (passenger transport, accommodation, food) are taxed at a reduced rate of 11%.
- Cruise ship operators must register for VAT at least eight days before starting operations.
- Foreign operators without a permanent establishment in Iceland must register through an agent.
Source: kpmg.com
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