- Bahamas government proposes VAT reduction on unprepared food from 10% to 5%
- Amendment to VAT Act will take effect on April 1, 2025
- Reduction applies to grocery, convenience stores, and gas stations, but not restaurants
- Amendment also applies to importation of unprepared food
- List of food items attracting the 5% VAT rate will be included in the amended VAT Act
- Implementation date of April 1, 2025 allows merchants and food retailers time to adjust pricing structures
- VAT rate adjustment will not impact fiscal targets
Source: opm.gov.bs
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