GST rates in other Countries :
In Europe, the EU VAT system is regulated by various European Union (EU) Directives. The most important is Sixth VAT directive.
GST was introduced in Singapore in April, 1994. Initially, the rate was 3%. GST rate is 7% (average rate) in Singapore w.e.f. 1-7-2007.
GST rate in Japan is 5%.
In New Zealand, GST was introduced in October, 1986. The rate w.e.f. October 2010 is 15% (average rate).
National average rate is some other countries is as follows –
(a) Austria – 20%
(b) Jordan – 16%
(c) Australia – 10%
(d) Malaysia – 6%
(e) Canada – 5%.