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    How much VAT is included in hotel and restaurant prices in Finland?

    The VAT rates on accommodation, meals and drinks for travellers.

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    Short answer

    Accommodation and restaurant meals are taxed at the reduced rate of 13.5% from 1 January 2026, down from 14%. Alcoholic drinks and tobacco are not included in the reduced rate, so a glass of wine in a restaurant carries 25.5% VAT. All consumer prices on menus and booking pages already include VAT.

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    Why

    1. The Finnish Tax Administration says the change to 13.5% from 2026 covers food and accommodation services among others.
    2. The Taxpayers Association of Finland lists restaurant and catering services at 13.5%, excluding alcoholic drinks and tobacco.
    3. The Ministry of Finance lists accommodation services and passenger transport under the reduced 13.5% rate.

    Details

    Service charges are not usually added to restaurant bills in Finland. The price on the menu is normally what you pay.

    Tip

    Business travellers who need a VAT breakdown should ask for an itemised receipt, which shows the rates separately.

    What may differ

    A tourist tax of 2 to 5% on paid accommodation is planned from 2028 in municipalities that choose to adopt it.

    Common misconception

    Hotel prices in Finland include a 25.5% VAT.

    What actually happens

    Accommodation is taxed at the reduced 13.5% rate, not the general 25.5% rate.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Prices and taxes change, so check the official sources before you plan your budget.

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