Announcement
08 Apr 2020
In April 2020, the government of Mozambique announced the exemption of edible oil, soap, and sugar, as well as the raw materials, equipment, and parts used in their manufacturing, from the Value Added Tax.
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Implementation date
08 Apr 2020
Revocation date:
31 Dec 2020
Announced: 08 Apr 2020
Tax or social insurance relief
On 8 April 2020, the government of Mozambique suspended the imposition of the 17% Value-Added Tax (VAT) on imported equipment, parts and materials used in the production of sugar, edible oils, and soa...
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Implementation date
08 Apr 2020
Revocation date:
31 Dec 2020
Announced: 08 Apr 2020
Internal taxation of imports
On 8 April 2020, the government of Mozambique announced the suspension of the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on the imported equipment, parts and materials employed in the production of edible oils, sugar, and...
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End prolongation: 31 Dec 2023
Internal taxation of imports
On 8 April 2020, the government of Mozambique announced the suspension of the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on edible oils, sugar, and soap. Previously, a VAT of 17% was imposed on these goods. The exemption ...
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