India and the United States have reached an agreement on a transitional approach regarding India's 2% Equalisation Levy on e-commerce services. This agreement mirrors terms set by other countries with the US and aims to resolve trade disputes related to the levy. The interim period will last from April 1, 2022, until Pillar One is implemented or March 31, 2024, whichever comes first.
On October 8, 2021, India and United States joined 134 other members of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework (including Austria, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom) in reaching agreement on the Statement on a Two-Pillar Solution to Address the Tax Challenges Arising from the Digitalization of
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FAQ :
India and the US have agreed on a transitional approach to address the challenges arising from the digitalization of the economy, specifically concerning India's 2% Equalisation Levy on e-commerce services.
The Equalisation Levy is India's 2% charge on the e-commerce supply of services.
The US was considering trade action regarding India's 2% Equalisation Levy on e-commerce supply of services.
The interim period will be from April 1, 2022, until the implementation of Pillar One or March 31, 2024, whichever is earlier.
The final terms of the agreement are expected to be finalised by February 1, 2022.