VAT & SD Act 2012
Section 25 - Travel Agent and tour operator
(as updated till Finance Ordinance 2025)
Notwithstanding anything contained in this Act, the Board may decide if a tourism service irrespective of whether it is provided in Bangladesh or not shall be zero-rated or not, and may formulate rules determining the value of tourism service in every tax period, on the basis of whole, that is not zero-rated.
Explanation: For purposes of this section, “tourism service” means accommodation, food, tour, entertainment, and any similar things which are commonly provided to tourists and international visitors.
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