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November 10, 2021
VAT Obligations for Event Organisers – top tips in 4 minutes

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This blog was last updated on November 15, 2021

After a tumultuous 18 months due to COVID-19, the events industry is finally bouncing back. When organising events online and in-person it is important to understand the VAT implications to avoid incurring fines and penalties down the line.

Join Mathilde Dorance, Consultant at Sovos discusses the VAT implications for the events industry and the challenges they can bring for your company.

The questions she will cover are:

Question 1: How has the past 18 months impacted the VAT obligations of the events industry?

Question 2: With digital events being more popular, how does this change the VAT implications for an events company?

Question 3: What challenges do companies face with in person events and virtual situations?

Question 4: As events are coming back what are the top 3 VAT obligations that need to be considered?

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