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Differentiated VAT Exemptions for French Overseas Departments: Legislative Updates and Product Lists 2025

  • Exemption of VAT applies to imports of raw materials and products in Guadeloupe, Martinique, and La Réunion.
  • Article 45 of the law allows differentiation of the exemption list between Guadeloupe and Martinique, and La Réunion.
  • This provision is valid until December 31, 2027.
  • Legislative change aims to address local needs and combat high living costs.
  • February 27, 2025, order modified the product list effective March 1, 2025.
  • May 15, 2025, order further modified the product list.
  • Common product list for exemptions was adjusted, removing some items like certain IT equipment and mobile phones.
  • Specific exemption lists were created for La Réunion, and for Guadeloupe and Martinique, including essential goods.
  • Lists align with local needs for adjusting sea grant rates.

Source: bofip.impots.gouv.fr

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.

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