The Lithuanian Parliament is considering a bill to renew the reduced VAT rate for catering services. More precisely, the bill includes measures to renew the reduced 9% VAT rate for catering services and takeaway food.
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VAT updates in Lithuania: extended reduced VAT rate for catering services?
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The application period for preferential VAT rates is set from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2027. In the next few months, the official information will be available, with a definite date.
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