Cost of living help

[sueb]

As from the Cyprus Mail.

https://cyprus-mail.com/2026/03/26/govt ... e-east-war

I am missing something! Just had my electric bill and the VAT is 9%.

The article states its staying the same at 5%.

[Dominic]

Out of curiosity why didn't you call this thread something like "Question about VAT on my Electrical bill"?

"Cost of living help" sounds like you are asking for money!

[sueb]

Never gave it much thought. Maybe should have put 'article'.

[Dominic]

Hopefully if I reply to you it will interest other people to look at the thread.

[galexinda]

Perhaps it is clearer in this article published today by Cyprus Mail.
Link: https://cyprus-mail.com/2026/03/27/gove ... han-impact

Paragraph 3

''The VAT on electricity bills will be reduced to five per cent, from May until next March, .....

[sueb]

Thanks galexinda. That reads better on your link.
Much appreciated.

[mark4007]

The 9% rate on electric bills is currently a reduced rate that was due to expire.

But now this temporary measure will continue for another year and the rate will reduce to 5%