Excise tax
Requirement
The excise tax is an extra tax that is levied on certain products that are manufactured or imported.
In Zambia, these products are subject to the excise tax:
- Tobacco and related products
- Beer
- Hydrocarbon oils, such as petrol and diesel
- Spirits and wines
- Electric energy
- Air time
- Cosmetics
- Plastic bags
Various percentages are applicable depending on the product.
M3 solution
For Zambia, this tax can be handled in M3 using charges.
Configuration guidelines
Not applicable.