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V0524-19 ·12 March 2019 ·consulta-vinculante Medium impact
Tax

Investment gold acquisitions are subject to VAT but exempt, with the option to waive the exemption

A query was raised regarding whether the purchase of investment gold is subject to VAT but exempt, and whether it is possible to waive said exemption. The DGT ruled that the transaction is subject to VAT but exempt, though the transferor may waive the exemption if the purchaser is a businessperson or professional.

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How it affects those involved

This ruling clarifies the VAT treatment for investment gold transactions, specifically confirming the ability of suppliers to opt into the VAT regime when dealing with professional buyers.

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2019-03-12PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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