Zambia has introduced a temporary 0% VAT rate on petrol and diesel imports to curb rising fuel costs and stabilize inflation. The zero‑rating will apply from April to June 2026, allowing suppliers to recover input VAT while reducing end‑user prices. The measure is set to be reviewed after the three‑month period.
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It applies from 1 April 2026 through 30 June 2026.
The measure is set for a three‑month period, after which it will be reviewed.
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Read the full article at VatCalcThis summary was published on VATfaqs.com on 1 April 2026. It relates to VAT developments in Zambia. The original source is VatCalc.
