- The “VAT Refund” project, launched in 2020, has increased transparency and cashless payments in Azerbaijan.
- The project’s scope has expanded to include VAT refunds for cashless purchases of real estate, cultural event tickets, and medical services.
- From January 1, 2026, the project will also cover services from barbershops, beauty salons, and cosmetic centers.
- These changes aim to better protect consumer rights, increase transparency, and improve tax control and economic legalization.
Source: taxes.gov.az
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