- From January 1, 2026, certain medicines and medical services under the Guaranteed Volume of Free Medical Care (GVFMC) and Mandatory Social Health Insurance (MSHI) in Kazakhstan are exempt from VAT.
- The exemption covers medical services and medicines, including those for rare (orphan) and socially significant diseases, both for domestic use and import.
- VAT exemption applies at all stages, including import, before medicines reach end consumers.
- The measure aims to reduce financial burdens on patients and medical organizations, increasing treatment accessibility.
Source: uchet.kz
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