The Giurgiu Local Municipal Council (CLM) approved the introduction of a special tax for the city’s tourism promotion during its session on January 31.
Thus, according to the decision, accommodation units are required to submit a monthly settlement declaration to the Giurgiu Local Taxes and Fees Directorate regarding the collection of the tax. The amounts collected as a special tax will be recorded in a distinct account, according to the CLM decision.
The special tax for the tourism promotion of Giurgiu municipality for the year 2019 is calculated by applying a 1% rate to the accommodation revenue for each day of the tourist’s stay, a value that does not include VAT. The establishment of the special tax aims to increase the number of tourists in Giurgiu, the duration of their stay, as well as the revenues obtained from tourism.
The 1% special tax for the tourism promotion of Giurgiu municipality will be used to support events that can generate an increase in the number of tourists in the city, organizing or participating in fairs and conferences, conducting advertising campaigns, and promoting attractions, events, and tourist objectives in Giurgiu municipality through tourist information centers, online environments, and social media.
In the event that the settlement declarations are not submitted on time, “the unit will be sanctioned with a fine from 70 RON to 279 RON, and failure to submit them is punishable by a fine from 279 RON to 696 RON.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the value of the tourism promotion tax in Giurgiu?
The tax is set at 1% of the accommodation revenue for each day of stay, excluding VAT.
How will the funds collected from this tax be used?
The funds will support events, advertising campaigns, participation in tourism fairs, and the promotion of local attractions via social media and info centers.
What are the penalties for not filing the tax declaration?
Late filing results in fines between 70 and 279 RON, while failure to file can lead to fines between 279 and 696 RON.