EU TACSO 3 has released an updated VAT Exemption Guide for CSOs in the Western Balkans and Türkiye that receive EU grant funding. The guide explains the procedures for obtaining VAT exemption and refunds on goods and services purchased with EU funds, including registration requirements and eligibility criteria. It clarifies the VAT exemption process for various types of grants, such as country-level or regional, and different grant-making combinations, including main applicants, co-applicants, and sub-grantees. The guide also addresses VAT exemption and refund requirements within the IPA beneficiaries and provides detailed guidance for CSOs to navigate the complex tax procedures. This living document will be updated regularly to reflect changes in VAT regulations. Read more here.
Source: EU TACSO 3