- The Slovak Financial Administration issued guidance on correct VAT rates for food and beverages in restaurants and catering.
- Amendments in Law Nos. 261/2025 and 385/2025, effective January 1, 2026, are addressed.
- Certain food products will be reclassified from the reduced 19% VAT rate to the standard 23% VAT rate.
- The guidance includes a tool for determining the correct VAT rate and lists affected food products and beverages.
Source: news.bloombergtax.com
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