- Payments due to early termination of ongoing service contracts or due to late payment are subject to VAT.
- These payments are considered remuneration for the provision of services under the contract.
- This applies specifically to online entertainment services.
- Based on the decision of the Austrian Supreme Administrative Court (VwGH) dated 11.11.2025, Ro 2025/13/0018.
Source: leitnerleitner.com
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