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Israeli Customer Charged VAT on Discounted Online Orders and Free Gifts
An Israeli customer, Yael, was charged VAT on two online orders despite their final cost being under $75, due to the seller declaring original prices and gift values on customs forms.
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What happened
- 01Customer Yael was charged VAT on two online orders under $75 due to seller declaring original prices.
- 02The Israeli Tax Authority initially denied Yael's VAT refund claim for discounted items and free gifts.
- 03The seller declared over $111 and over $91 for packages that cost Yael under $75 after discounts.
- 04Yael paid a total of 118 shekels in VAT for the two orders.
- 05A refund may be possible if Yael proves the discounts and gifts were part of a general promotion.
The Tax Authority initially denied her claim but later stated she could seek a refund if she proves the discounts and gifts were part of a general promotion. Yael paid a total of 118 shekels in VAT for the two orders and plans to resubmit her claim with evidence.
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