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What is the VAT rate for photovoltaic systems?

1 Change in the tax rate for certain photovoltaic systems and their essential components With effect from 01.01.2023, a VAT rate of 0% was introduced in sec. 12 para. 3 German VAT Act for the supply, import, intra-Community acquisition and installation of photovoltaic systems (PV systems) and their essential components.

Is there a zero-rate VAT on solar panels?

A zero-rate of VAT on the installation of energy-saving materials (ESMs), including solar panels, in residential accommodation, was introduced on 1 April 2022. At the time, it only applied to England, Scotland, and Wales. Following a new agreement between the UK and the EU, the zero-rating was also implemented in Northern Ireland on 1 May 2023.

Does VAT apply to photovoltaic systems?

This new paragraph in the VAT Act essentially stipulates that the VAT rate for the supply and installation of certain photovoltaic systems will be reduced to 0%. No VAT will be charged for sales subject to this zero rate. Nevertheless, input tax deduction by the supplier of the photovoltaic system is not excluded.

What is the current VAT treatment on the installation of energy-saving materials?

This briefing explains the current VAT treatment on the installation of energy-saving materials in the UK, analyses recent changes, and outlines recent developments. A zero-rate of VAT on the installation of energy-saving materials (ESMs), including solar panels, in residential accommodation, was introduced on 1 April 2022.

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