Country tax profile · 2026
Jersey VAT / sales tax
How Jersey taxes VAT / sales
Jersey charges a standard VAT/GST of 5% on most goods and services, with reduced rates on some essentials.
Compiled by MyNomadWorld for Jersey and currently being re-verified against primary sources. Confirm with a local adviser before relying on it.
How Jersey's VAT / sales tax compares
Jersey's VAT / sales tax of 5% is the 168th highest of the 196 countries we track, against a global average of 14.1% and a Europe average of 18.4%.
Countries with a similar VAT / sales tax
Myanmar (5%) · United Arab Emirates (5%) · Canada (5%) · Oman (5%) · Taiwan (5%) · Bhutan (5%)
Who is a tax resident of Jersey?
Resident if present ~183 days in a tax year, or maintains available accommodation and visits at all (even one night), or spends an average of 90+ days/yr over four years. Residents taxed on worldwide income.
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What is the VAT / sales tax rate in Jersey?
Jersey charges a standard VAT/GST of 5% on most goods and services, with reduced rates on some essentials.