- No VAT obligation arises when returning a product to the owner after warranty repair.
- The mechanism for warranty repair or replacement of complex household goods is established by a government resolution.
- Manufacturers or sellers fulfill warranty obligations through free repair or replacement during the warranty period.
- Warranty service is provided free of charge if a defect is found due to the manufacturer or seller.
- Relationships between manufacturers, sellers, and service centers are defined by contracts.
- VAT applies to the supply of goods and services within Ukraine’s customs territory.
- Returning a product after warranty repair is not considered a supply of goods, so no VAT obligation arises.
- Services for warranty repair are subject to VAT, based on the cost of services paid by the manufacturer.
Source: news.dtkt.ua
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