- Botswana proposes VAT on digital services from nonresident providers
- Amendments include reverse-charge mechanism and rules for remote services
- Bill presented by Minister of Finance Ndaba Gaolathe
- Aims to broaden VAT scope and modernize framework
- Revises definitions for remote services and electronic marketplaces
- Non-resident suppliers must register for VAT if annual supplies exceed BWP 500,000
- Addresses use of electronic fiscal devices and foreign currency reporting
- Penalties for non-compliance with fiscal device use
- VAT can be reported and paid in approved foreign currencies
- Non-resident suppliers may need to appoint a VAT representative
- Effective date for changes not yet announced
Source: regfollower.com
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