05 May 2025 Uruguay extends application of reduced VAT rate for tourism sector through 30 April 2026
Through Decree No. 93/025 The Ministry of Economy and Finance has extended the 9% value-added tax (VAT) reduction for certain tourism activities, effective 28 April 2025, provided that payment are made via credit card, debit card or e-money payment instrument. This initiative aims to support the tourism sector by providing financial incentives for transactions made through electronic payment methods. In 2024, the Ministry provided a similar extension, valid through 30 April 2025. (For background, see EY Global Tax Alert, Uruguay extends application of reduced VAT rate for tourism sector until 30 April 2025 , dated 27 September 2024.)
Decree No. 93/025 was published in Official Gazette on 28 April 2025. It can be accessed here (only in Spanish).
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