Starting July 1, 2026, a permanently reduced sales tax rate of 4.9% (down from 10%) will apply to selected staple foods in Austria.

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• Dairy products (milk, yogurt, butter) and fresh chicken eggs

• Fresh and chilled vegetables (e.g., potatoes, tomatoes, lettuce, carrots) as well as frozen vegetables

• Fresh fruit (e.g., apples, pears, stone fruit)

• Basic grain products (rice, wheat flour, wheat semolina)

• Unfilled and uncooked pasta, as well as bread and pastries (e.g., Semmeln, Salzstangerl)

• Table salt

 

Meat, sausages, cheese, coffee, tea, and restaurant visits will remain at the 10% or 20% VAT rate.