A VAT refund guide to Estonia
How to get VAT Refunds from Estonia for your business
Businesses registered in countries outside of Estonia can claim VAT refunds on any costs incurred in Estonia.
The below information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund. This includes claimable expense types, Estonia VAT rates, deadlines and claiming periods.
Which countries have reciprocity with Estonia?
All EU countries, Iceland, Israel, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom
For a more detailed explanation on what reciprocity means within the scope of VAT, click here:
What expenses are claimable in Estonia?
Entertainment
Entertainment
20%
Hotels & Accommodation
9%
Restaurants
20%
Events
Conferences, Trade Shows & Exhibitions
20%
Training Courses & Seminars
20%
Travel Related
Car Rental
0%
Fuel
20%
Public Transport
0%
Taxis
20%
General Expenses
Goods
20%
Inter-company charges
20%
Office Expenses
20%
Marketing Costs
20%
Professional Fees & AP invoices
20%
Additional Information
How far back can your business claim VAT from Estonia?
January - December of previous year for all countries
What’s the foreign VAT deadline in Estonia?
30 September for all countries
How long does it take to receive a VAT refund from Estonia?
Depending on the complexity of your application and the capacity at the VAT authority, it can take up to 5 months to receive a VAT refund from Estonia
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