# How does Thynk.cloud handle upcoming VAT changes effective January 1, 2026?

> Thynk’s VAT Rule object manages time-based VAT category changes, so bookings made before the change keep the old rates while new bookings and recalculations apply updated rates automatically.

Source: https://faq.thynk.cloud/solutions/how-does-thynkcloud-handle-upcoming-vat-changes-effective-january-1-2026
Updated: 2026-10-09
Publisher: Thynk
Category: Solutions

Thynk is a Salesforce-native hospitality commercial platform for hotel and venue sales, catering, events and MICE.

## Full answer

Thynk.cloud introduces a new VAT Rule object that allows hotels and venues to manage time-based VAT category changes seamlessly. This ensures bookings created before the effective date retain their original VAT rates, while new bookings and recalculations apply updated rates automatically, streamlining compliance with evolving tax regulations.

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