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Bahamas to Remove VAT from Trust Services and Property Transfers

Steady: 1 development in the last 24 hours, 1 in the last 7 days Updated yesterday

The latest in this situation

  1. GST Council recommendations require approval from both Parliament and State legislatures.
  2. NAFCO is mandated to manage grain surplus and settle outstanding obligations to ECOWAS.
  3. Government proposes tax law changes for debate in parliament.

How it started

6 reports, 6 independent, last reported Sep 24. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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The government announced plans to remove Value Added Tax (VAT) from trust services by the end of 2026. These measures will also remove VAT from property transfers into trusts for certain beneficiaries, including family members. The Department of Inland Revenue is currently reviewing guidance notes and draft legislative amendments for debate in Parliament before the year-end.

From thenassauguardian.com

Why it matters

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The changes are part of a wider strategy to enhance The Bahamas' appeal to international family offices and private wealth. The government stated that these measures are intended to ensure that family members are not taxed for succession planning.

From thenassauguardian.com

Who's involved

  • governmentThe government is introducing tax law changes regarding VAT.
  • Michael HalkitisMichael Halkitis announced the plan regarding the VAT changes.

How it developed

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  1. Government proposes tax law changes for debate in parliament.1 source
  2. Legislation regarding Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and negative gearing has been passed by parliament.Sub-event
  3. Parliament facilitates political consensus for tax reform.Sub-event
  4. The government announced a plan regarding the maize glut, utilizing NAFCO for procurement and processing.Sub-event
  5. Tax proposals are under appeal to the Chancellor, alongside regional levy discussions.1 source
  6. Parliament is now tasked with considering new tax legislation.1 source
  7. Parliamentary introduction of new tax law.1 source

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