VAT Exemption for Medical Services: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn if your medical therapy services qualify for a VAT exemption to help lower the costs for your patients.
This scheme allows certain healthcare providers to avoid charging value-added tax (VAT) on the medical treatments they provide.
Who it's for
This is for therapists who provide curative medical treatments to their patients.
What you get
If you qualify, you are exempt from charging the standard VAT rate on your therapy sessions. This means you do not have to collect that tax from your clients.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee to apply, but you must be able to prove that your services are strictly for curative medical treatment rather than general wellness.
The catch to know
This exemption only applies to medical treatments. If you provide services like coaching or general consulting, those are not exempt and you must charge VAT on them.
How to apply
- Verify that your specific practice qualifies as a curative medical activity.
- Prepare documentation that distinguishes your medical treatments from non-medical consulting.
- Contact your local tax office to notify them of your status.