- Sweden will temporarily reduce VAT on most food from 12% to 6% from 1 April 2026 to 31 December 2027 to support household finances.
- The government also proposes lowering VAT on dance event admissions from 25% to 6%, potentially effective from 1 July 2026.
- The reduced food VAT excludes alcoholic beverages and tap water but includes bottled water; restaurants must distinguish between dine-in and take-away for VAT purposes.
- The reform aims to provide economic relief during high food prices and is expected to cost SEK 37.2 billion.
- Authorities emphasize monitoring to ensure savings reach consumers, not just intermediaries.
Source: marosavat.com
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