Tanzania - Claim Refund of VAT

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. Application form for claiming refund of VAT is available in Tanzania Revenue Authority contact link
2. Applicant must provide all needed information in the application form.
3. Applicant should make sure to carry all documents whichever is necessary to the office while applying for this procedure. (Both photocopies and Originals).
4. Documents that are needed for completing this procedure are listed under “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. Applicant should make sure to attach photocopies of all documents that are needed for completing this procedure along with the application form.
6. Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.
7. If all these procedures were followed properly by the applicant, the registration will be done within 1 day.
8. If there is no information regarding registration is provided by concerned authorities, the applicant can visit the office to know status of their application.
   

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Required Documents

ID proof and Address Proof – National ID Card, Passport, Driving License

Office Locations & Contacts

Tanzania Revenue Authority,
Location: Dar es Salaam
Address: Samora House, Samora Ave, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Contact No: +255-800-750-075
Contact link
Location link

Eligibility

Any Individual or a business owner who is willing to claim a refund of VAT are eligible.

Fees

Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.

Validity

Claim Refund of VAT is valid for 1 year.

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Processing Time

The Processing time for this procedure is 1 day.

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Instructions

• Applicant should make sure to follow all instructions of concerned authorities.
• Applicant must complete the application before submitting it at the office.
  

Required Information

• Name of the Applicant
• Address
• Mobile Number
• Occupation
• Salary Details
• Email Address
• Existing VAT Registration number
  

Need for the Document

This document is necessary for claiming refund of VAT (Value Added Taxes) in Tanzania.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

Tanzania Revenue Authority link

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