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Burundi VAT / Sales Tax

Detailed vat / sales tax rates and rules for Burundi in 2026.

VAT / Sales TaxBIF

VAT is levied at 18% on most goods and services. Essential goods and exports are exempt or zero-rated.

Standard Rate

18%

Registration Threshold

BIF 100,000,000 annual turnover

Reduced Rates

0% — Exports, basic food items

How Burundi VAT / Sales Tax compares

Burundi’s standard VAT / sales tax rate of 18% is the 53rd highest of 203 countries TaxAtlas tracks, above the global average of 13.7% and Africa’s regional average of 15.2%.

Burundi
18%
Africa average
15.2%
Global average
13.7%

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Burundi VAT / Sales Tax FAQ