The Canary Islands' unique tax system, known as IGIC (Impuesto General Indirecto Canario), serves as the region's version of Spain's VAT. Established in January 1993, IGIC is a general indirect tax applied to consumption within the Canary Islands, including its territorial sea and airspace. While it functions similarly to mainland Spain's VAT, IGIC operates under a distinct set of rules and tax rates.
Indirect tax on Canary Islands—how is it regulated?
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Unlike the three-tier system of VAT, IGIC encompasses six different tax rates: 0%, 3%, 7%, 9.5%, 15%, and 20%. These lower tax rates and broader range of categories make IGIC more favorable for consumers and businesses in the Canary Islands. Each rate is designed to apply to specific goods and services, allowing for more nuanced taxation that benefits various sectors uniquely.
Entities required to declare IGIC include SMEs, self-employed workers, and any businesses involved in operations subject to IGIC in the Canary Islands. These declarations are essential for maintaining compliance with local tax regulations and ensuring accurate tax reporting. Form 420 is used by SMEs and self-employed workers to declare IGIC, while Form 415 is used for informative declarations related to IGIC tax. These forms ensure that all relevant transactions and tax liabilities are accurately reported and managed.
The benefits of IGIC for businesses include lower tax rates, ZEC exemptions, reduced corporate tax rates, and incentives like the Reserva Inversiones de Canarias (RIC) that promote economic growth and development in the Canary Islands. This structure not only supports local businesses but also encourages economic growth and development in the region.
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