- New Zealand Inland Revenue released a draft statement clarifying GST rules for short-stay accommodation, including rentals via platforms like Airbnb.
- GST applies to all short-stay accommodation, whether in a host’s home, holiday home, or dedicated property, and is not exempt.
- Hosts must register for GST if their taxable supplies exceed NZD 60,000 in 12 months; voluntary registration is allowed below this threshold.
- GST obligations include filing returns, accounting for output tax, and apportioning input tax deductions if goods/services are used for both taxable and non-taxable purposes.
- The draft statement is open for public consultation until February 16, 2026.
Source: vatabout.com
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