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V0199-25 ·19 February 2025 ·consulta-vinculante Low impact
Tax

The collection of samples for anti-doping controls may be subject to VAT depending on the nature of the activity and the consideration

A state agency asked whether collecting blood and urine samples for anti-doping controls in sports events is exempt from VAT. The DGT replied that these services are subject to VAT as their primary purpose is to meet competition requirements, not medical care.

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How it affects those involved

The ruling confirms that anti-doping sample collection in sports is not exempt from VAT due to its primary purpose being compliance with competition rules rather than medical assistance.

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2025-02-19PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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