The National Bureau for Taxation (NBT) today highlighted its ongoing efforts to enhance consumer protection and compliance with the VAT law and its Executive Regulations in preparation for its induction on January 1, 2019.

The NBT has introduced various initiatives to enhance transparency and increase consumers’ awareness in regards to their rights. In this context, consumers are reminded that they are not required to register for VAT nor are they expected to go through the registration certificate procedures.

Consumers are also encouraged to make sure that shops clearly display their VAT registration certificate prior to paying the VAT.

Consumers are reminded to call 80008001 or email vat@mof.gov.bh to report any violations including levying tax on goods and service not subject to VAT or charging VAT prior to its induction.