- Egyptian Tax Authority clarifies VAT application on certain restaurants and cafes.
- Warns against misleading videos on social media promoting tax law violations.
- Tourist-licensed restaurants subject to 14 percent VAT.
- Non-tourist restaurants subject to VAT upon reaching registration threshold.
- Specific conditions apply to restaurants in malls, compounds, tourist sites, airports, and those using famous trademarks.
- Restaurants offering services via apps or websites also subject to VAT.
- Establishments not meeting these conditions are exempt from VAT.
- Authority warns against misleading content and is taking legal action against misinformation.
- Praises compliant establishments for enhancing transparency and tax justice.
- Urges public to rely on official sources for information and contact the integrated call center for inquiries.
Source: eta.gov.eg
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