Cyprus Extends Temporary Zero VAT Rate for Meat and Fish and Provides Zero Rate for New Basket of Essentials

The Cyprus Tax Department has issued a release announcing an extension of the temporary zero VAT rate on meat and fish from 1 October 2026 to 31 May 2027. Previously in effect from 6 April 2026 to 30 September 2026, the zero rate applies to fresh, chilled, or frozen beef, pork, sheep and goat meat, poultry, and rabbit/hare meat, as well as offal products, and to fresh, chilled, or frozen fish, cuttlefish, squid, and octopus. Processed, marinated, smoked, or prepared meat and fish products re…