Security systems service activities

ISIC 8020 involves monitoring and maintenance of security systems. Under Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, these are categorized as general services. Since they are not explicitly listed as 'Qualifying Activities' and often involve services provided to mainland customers or for mainland properties, the income is generally treated as taxable at 9%.

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Attempting to re-classify physical security system maintenance as 'Software Development' or 'High-Tech Services' to qualify for the 0% regime.

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