Excise duty refund

Excise duty is an indirect tax levied on goods. It differs from VAT in that excise duty is generally levied on goods whose consumption is not encouraged by the State. Excise duty on fuel is most relevant for transport companies. This is because the use of fuel is useful for the operation of vehicles and the transportation of freight, but also harmful in terms of environmental protection. However, without fuel, such companies would not be able to operate. It is worth noting that excise duties are usually levied in Europe on the following: ethyl alcohol and alcoholic beverages; manufactured tobacco; energy products (commonly known as various types of fuel produced from oil or gas); and electricity. 

Excise duty may vary from country to country depending on their policies. There are also other groups of goods whose consumption is not encouraged: diamonds, natural fur, etc. Fuel is currently subject to a specific excise duty – a specific amount/coefficient is determined per unit of goods (1000 litres) which may change.

What documents are required to recover excise duty?

Each country has specific requirements and rules that need to be followed in order to reclaim fuel excise duty.
The main documents that must be submitted in order to recover fuel excise duty:

– power of attorney;
– VAT invoices for purchased diesel fuel, in which fillings are made with fuel cards assigned to tractors;
– copies of vehicle registration certificates, copies of leasing/rental contracts;
– additional documents, the list of which depends on the country from which the excise duty is returned.

In order to reclaim the excise tax from Belgium and/or Spain, you need to be registered with the tax office and the excise tax is refunded only from the date of registration.

Do different countries have different procedures for reclaiming excise duty?

Each country may have specific requirements and rules that must be followed in order to recover excise duty on fuel. Our specialists are well-versed in the legal and tax systems of individual countries, so we are ready to help you recover fuel excise quickly and easily.

Below are some examples:

– In order to reclaim excise tax from Belgium, you need to be registered in their excise system. Our specialists will help you fill out these forms and only after the registration confirmation date will the excise duty refund be possible. The Belgian tax office usually approves within 1-1.5 months. Also, if it was not a cargo, but a passenger transport, it must have at least 9 seats.

– From Italy, France excise duty refund for the last quarter

– From Spain in 2023 the excise duty is refunded every month

– From Belgium, excise duty can be refunded for a month, a quarter, half a year or for the previous calendar year

– From Slovenia, excise duty can be refunded for a quarter or only for the previous calendar year

– From Hungary, excise duty refund for the previous calendar year

Why should a transport company contact EBV Finance for a refund of excise duties? 

We have experience and extensive knowledge of the tax environment and procedures for the refund of excise duty in seven European Union countries. We will help you get a refund within the shortest possible amount of time. 

Our services will help you save time and avoid potential errors that could prevent receiving further refunds of excise duties. 

– Receive a 100% refund of declared taxes.

– Save time.

– Receive services that are provided in a precise and proper manner.

– Receive answers to all of your questions.

Our specialists are ready to provide all information regarding excise duty recovery, so contact us by phone at +370 628 11111 or by e-mail. email sales@ebvfinance.com.