Zero VAT on food until the end of 2023

Since February 1, 2022, in Poland, a reduced 0% VAT rate on food has been in effect, which was previously subject to a 5% tax rate.

The reduced VAT rate on food is in effect until the end of 2023.

Among the products subject to a zero VAT rate are:

• meat and fish, as well as their processed products,
• milk and dairy products,
• eggs,
• natural honey,
• nuts,
• vegetables and fruits, as well as their processed products,
• animal and vegetable fats for consumption,
• grains and grain-based products, including bread and pastry,
• also, certain preparations and milk for the nutrition of infants and children, as well as dietary foods for special medical purposes.