Foreign VAT Refunds Guide from Italy
The following information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund in Italy. These include claimable expense types, the Italy VAT rates and deadlines, as well as claiming periods.
What Expenses are Claimable for VAT Refund in Austria?
Hotel & Accommodation
0
%
Restaurants
0
%
Conf, Trade Shows & Expo
10
%
Public Transport
0
%
Fuel
0
%
Marketing Costs
10
%
Professional Fees
10
%
Car Rental
10
%
Training, Courses & Seminar
10
%
What are the Italy VAT Rates?
Italy divides VAT rates into the following three categories:
The standard VAT rate in Italy is 22%. This applies to most goods and services.
Italy also has a super-reduced VAT rate, which is set at 4%.
How to Get VAT Refunds from Italy for Your Business?
VAT Refunds Guide for EU Companies
- Online Application: Submit a refund application through your home Member State's tax authority electronic portal.
- Deadline: Applications must be submitted by September 30th of the calendar year following the refund period.
- Minimum Claim: For a refund period that covers at least three months but is less than a calendar year, claims must be at least €400. For an annual application or for the remainder of a calendar year, claims must be a minimum of €50.
VAT Refunds Guide for Non-EU Companies
- Eligibility: Refunds can only be granted if the country where the business is established offers VAT refunds to Italian businesses under a reciprocal agreement. A tax representative may be needed in some cases.
- Application Form: Fill out the form "Mod. 735" and submit it to the Italian tax authority.
- Documentation: Attach original invoices and import documents to your application.
- Minimum Claim: For a period that covers at least three months but is less than a calendar year, claims must be at least €400. For an annual application or for the remainder of a calendar year, claims must be a minimum of €50.
- Deadline: The application must be submitted by June 30th of the year following that during which the VAT was paid.
Frequently Asked Questions About Austria VAT Recovery
September 30 for all countries.
All EU countries and Non-EU countries such as Israel and The United Kingdom.
January-December of the previous year.
It can take up to 4 months for EU businesses and up to 12 months for Non-EU businesses depending on the complexity of the claim.
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