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This barrier is unrelated to the end of the transition period, following the United Kingdom's departure from the EU.

Public ID: PID-B74AEB

Delay in the introduction of Vietnam’s Special Consumption Tax (SCT)

in Vietnam

Trade barrier summary

Vietnam has passed the amended SCT law, which will introduce new SCT rates on alcoholic beverages. Through continued UK government efforts, the current ad valorem SCT rate of 65% will remain in effect through to the end of 2026.

Sectors affected

  • Food and drink
  • Agriculture, horticulture, fisheries and pets

Resolved

Yes - June 2025

Date reported

22 December 2023

Last updated

22 October 2025

Public ID

PID-B74AEB

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