VAT

All VAT inquiries

Why am I seeing VAT charges now?


The Law now requires VAT at 7.5% to be applied to certain banking fees of financial institutions such as commercial and microfinance banks and electronic money transfers operators. This is not a Moniepoint price increase.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Which services attract VAT?


VAT applies to service fees such as:

  1. POS transaction fees
  2. POS issuance fee
  3. Electronic/mobile banking fees
  4. USSD transaction fees
  5. Card issuance
  6. Moniebook subscription

Loan processing and documentation fees (VAT applies to processing/documentation only, not the loan interest)

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Which services do NOT attract VAT?


  1. Interest on loans and advances
  2. Interest on deposits and savings

Any type of interest remains VAT-free.


Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Is Moniepoint increasing prices?


No, Moniepoint is not increasing fees. VAT is a government tax that applies on goods and services, not a Moniepoint fee increase. Moniepoint charges remain the same as in 2025.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Does Moniepoint keep this VAT?


No. Moniepoint collects and remits VAT in full to the Government.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

How much is VAT?


VAT is charged at 7.5% of the applicable service fee and will be shown on your receipt and account statement separately.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Why is loan interest not VATable?


Loan interest is considered a financial return, not a service fee, so it is exempt from VAT.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Will VAT appear on my receipt or statement?


Yes. VAT will be clearly shown separately on your receipt and account statement for transparency.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Who charges VAT?


The Federal Government charges VAT. Moniepoint only collects it on behalf of the government.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026

Why am I seeing VAT on loan processing/documentation fees?


VAT applies to the service of processing and reviewing loan documents, not the loan interest itself.

Last Updated on : 5/18/2026