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Updated/Published: 2 February, 2026

Removal of VAT on Electricity and Water

With effect from April 1, 2020, water and electricity consumed by residences or businesses are zero rated.

With the amendment to paragraph 7 of the Value Added Tax Act Schedule 1:

“The following services are zero-rated for the purposes of Section 17.

  1. A supply of electricity for consumption

  2. A supply of water for consumption”