- New VAT policy decision on education exemption published on February 11, 2025.
- Public education institutions are not considered government activities.
- No VAT is levied on education, regardless of whether it is considered government activity.
- International, foreign, and embassy schools can apply for exemption if they are supervised by a foreign authority or an accredited international organization.
- Foreign education institutions without a Dutch establishment can register with the CRKBO to offer VAT-exempt vocational education in the Netherlands.
- Exams for admission or completion of VAT-exempt education can be exempt if the exam provider is a recognized educational institution.
Source: meijburg.nl
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