ضريبة القيمة المضافة (VAT) هي indirect tax imposed on All goods and services At every stage of production and distribution, it is collected from end consumer.
It was officially implemented in Egypt in September 2016, replacing sales taxAs part of the state's plan for tax reform and achieving tax justice.
General tax rate
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It is reported The basic rate is 14% On most goods and services.
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there Zero-rated goods and services (0%) like export.
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And there Exempt goods and services Completely like education, health, and financial services.
Who is required to register?
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Every natural or legal person who achieves Total annual sales exceeding 500,000 Egyptian pounds.
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Some activities are required to be registered regardless of the registration threshold (such as professional and consulting services).
🔍 How does added value work?
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When purchasing goods and services, the business pays input tax.
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When you sell products or provide services, you collect output tax From customers.
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The difference between output and input is paid to Egyptian Tax Authority, or refunded in certain cases.
⚠️ Penalties and fines
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Not registered Although exceeding the legal limit is a serious violation.
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Delay in submitting the monthly tax return Leads to fines.
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tax evasion Exposes the facility to legal accountability.
🧾 How can Solutions help you manage VAT in Egypt?
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Registering with the Tax Authority as a VAT taxpayer
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Accurately prepare and submit monthly returns.
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Review transactions and invoices to ensure compliance.
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Providing advice to calculate taxes correctly and reduce risks.
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Tax representation before government agencies in the event of audits or appeals
