Description

Implementated amendment to taxation bill including Offshore Gaming Duty and GST Provisions

On 1 July 2024, an offshore gaming duty was implemented, imposing a 12% tax for remote gambling services supplied to New Zealand residents by GST-registered entities located outside the country. Additionally, it amends the goods and services tax (GST) rules for the platform economy, specifically targeting digital payment providers and e-commerce platforms. These changes aim to ensure that digital services are taxed fairly, aligning with New Zealand's tax legislation.

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Scope

Policy Area
Taxation
Policy Instrument
Direct taxes including Digital Service Taxes
Regulated Economic Activity
digital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies), platform intermediary: e-commerce
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government

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2024-03-14
under deliberation

On 14 March 2024, the New Zealand Parliament introduced an amendment to the Taxation (Annual Rates …

2024-07-01
in force

On 1 July 2024, an offshore gaming duty was implemented, imposing a 12% tax for remote gambling ser…