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    Betting and gaming — including pool betting and games of chance

    VAT treatmentExempt

    What this means for your business

    Charging VAT
    No VAT is charged because this supply is exempt.
    Reclaiming VAT
    VAT paid on costs directly related to this exempt supply cannot normally be reclaimed as input tax.

    Official guidanceVAT Notice 701/29↗ (opens in a new tab)

    Related items in Leisure

    • Bingo — including remote games played on the internet, telephone, television or radioExempt
    • Lottery ticket salesExempt
    • Online lottery gamesExempt
    • Retailer commission on lottery ticket salesExempt

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