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VAT Reverse Charge Calculator Reverse Mechanism

Calculate VAT reverse charge on imported services and intangible goods.

Service Details

Value of imported service in Kwacha

Reverse Charge Calculation

Reverse Charge VAT (Output)
K0
VAT you must charge yourself
Recoverable VAT (Input)
K0
VAT you can claim back
Net VAT Position
K0
Net amount due to ZRA

Compliance Status

Select service type to check compliance requirements

Calculation Breakdown

Service Value K0.00
VAT Rate 16%
Reverse Charge VAT K0.00
Recoverable Input VAT K0.00
Recovery Percentage 100%
Net VAT Position K0.00

Understanding VAT Reverse Charge

What is Reverse Charge?

  • • Mechanism where the recipient of a service accounts for VAT
  • • Applies to imported services and intangible goods
  • • Recipient must self-assess VAT at 16%
  • • Prevents VAT avoidance on cross-border services

When Does it Apply?

  • • Services supplied by non-resident suppliers
  • • Digital services (software, apps, streaming)
  • • Professional and consultancy services
  • • Intellectual property rights and licenses

Compliance Requirements

  • • Account for output VAT on reverse charge basis
  • • Claim input VAT if business use and VAT registered
  • • Include in VAT returns
  • • Maintain proper documentation

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