IVA
“IVA” means “VAT” in Spanish (Value Added Tax).
VAT
Also: sales tax
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El precio ya incluye el IVA.
A1The price already includes VAT.
¿Este precio es con IVA o sin IVA?
A2Is this price with or without VAT?
Como soy autónomo, puedo deducir el IVA de mis facturas.
B2Since I am self-employed, I can deduct the VAT from my invoices.
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An abbreviation (acronym) formed by the first letters of 'Impuesto sobre el Valor Añadido/Agregado'.
First recorded: mid-20th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can tourists get the IVA back?
Yes, in many countries like Spain, non-EU residents can request a 'Tax Free' form to get a refund on the IVA they paid for goods when they leave the country.
Is the IVA rate the same everywhere?
No, each country sets its own percentage, and sometimes there are 'reduced' rates for essentials like food or books.
Do I say the letters I-V-A or the word 'iva'?
You pronounce it as a single word: /EE-bah/.