Skip to content
V2183-17 ·22 August 2017 ·consulta-vinculante Medium impact
Tax

Club entry subject to 21% VAT unless live cultural shows or hospitality pre-payment applies

An association of business owners has requested clarification on the VAT rate applicable to entry fees for nightclubs and dance halls, and whether DJ performances constitute cultural shows. The Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) has ruled that general entry is taxed at 21%, but the rate reduces to 10% if live cultural performances (including DJs) are provided or if the fee constitutes a pre-payment for hospitality services.

In 6 key points

How it affects those involved

This ruling clarifies the tax treatment for nightlife venues, distinguishing between general entry and specific scenarios that qualify for the reduced VAT rate, such as live entertainment or pre-paid consumption.

Lifecycle

2017-08-22PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

Does this provision affect you?

The tax team reviews your specific situation.

Talk to the tax team
This analysis is informational only and does not constitute legal advice or create a client-adviser relationship. BM Consulting.
Email
Contact