# Goa cuts aviation fuel VAT to 7%

> Goa sets 7% VAT on aviation turbine fuel from Oct 24, 2026, as IndiGo supports move.
- Title: Goa cuts aviation fuel VAT to 7% · The Economic Times
- Summary: Goa sets 7% VAT on aviation turbine fuel from Oct 24, 2026, as IndiGo supports move. Goa reduces aviation turbine fuel VAT to 7% from October 24, 2026, to…
- Keywords: goa, aviation, turbine fuel, vat, indigo, tourism, air travel, cuts, fuel, The Economic Times
- Source: The Economic Times — https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/goa-rationalises-aviation-turbine-fuel-vat-to-7-from-october-24-indigo-welcomes-move/articleshow/135147945.cms
- Author: ET Online
- Published: 2026-10-23T13:57:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: goa, aviation, turbine fuel, vat, indigo, tourism, air travel
## Goa VAT change
Goa's government sets 7% value-added tax on aviation turbine fuel starting October 24, 2026.
## Previous rate
Goa previously charged 15% VAT on aviation turbine fuel in March 2024 before reducing it to 7%.
## IndiGo response
IndiGo welcomed the move, saying it strengthens air connectivity and supports Goa's tourism sector.
## VAT amendment
Goa's Department of Finance amends Schedule C of the Goa Value Added Tax Act, 2005 to set 7% VAT.
## Key takeaway

Goa reduces aviation turbine fuel VAT to 7% from October 24, 2026, to lower costs and boost tourism.