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Cyprus implements zero VAT on meat, with more essentials to follow

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A zero VAT rate on meat went into effect on October 1, 2026.
The Department of Taxation announced that the policy is regulated by a relevant decree.
Starting October 12, the zero VAT measure will be extended to include bread, milk, baby food, coffee, and sugar.
Certain meat preparations are excluded from the zero VAT application.

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A new zero-rate VAT policy has entered into force, starting with meat products on October 1, 2026. According to an announcement by the Tax Department, this measure is set to expand on October 12, 2026, to cover other essential goods, including bread, milk, baby food, coffee, and sugar. The regulation is established under a relevant government decree.

The zero-rate VAT on meat applies to various categories, though certain meat preparations are excluded from the measure. This phased implementation aims to alleviate costs on basic household necessities, transitioning from meat products in the first phase to broader daily staples by mid-October.

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