- The VAT system applies a general tax proportionate to the price of goods and services, taxing each economic operation independently rather than on aggregate measures like turnover or profit.
- All taxable persons are taxed under the same conditions for similar operations, regardless of their sector, economic performance, or other activities.
- Each service or supply is normally considered distinct and independent for VAT purposes, in line with EU directives and case law.
- Separate tax treatment for each operation does not require separate invoicing or declarations; operations with the same tax treatment can be grouped on invoices and declarations.
- Commercial acts often involve multiple elements, and some transactions combine distinct but complementary goods and services, requiring careful VAT treatment.
Source: bofip.impots.gouv.fr
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