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The First-tier Tribunal ruled in favour of Hastings Insurance Services Ltd, allowing VAT recovery for services to a Gibraltar-based insurer. Learn what this judgment means for cross-border VAT claims.

Landmark Tax Tribunal Win for VAT Recovery Rights: Hastings Insurance Services v HMRC

The Tribunal in Hastings Insurance Services Ltd v HMRC confirmed that UK intermediaries can recover VAT on services provided to overseas insurers. This decision challenges HMRC’s interpretation of VAT law and sets a strong precedent for cross-border transactions.

Post date 22 August 2025
Post author By Qasim Mehmood
Post categories In Administrative Law, Case Study, Costs, Financial Services Litigation, Financial Services Tribunal, First Tier Tax Tribunal, HMRC, Litigation, Tax Law, Taxation
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