From July1, 2024, olive oil will be added to the list of essential products taxed at a 0-rate during periods of inflation (4% under normal conditions).
The Wachstumschancengesetz was passed by both German parliamentary chambers on March 22, 2024. The obligation to issue BtoB electronic invoices will be introduced in two waves: From January 1, 2027 for companies with sales in excess of €800,000. From January 2028 for companies with sales of less than €800,000. However, the obligation to receive BtoB...
In decision no. 2024TALCH14/00058 , the 14th Chamber confirmed the position of the 3rd Chamber and the AEDT. A company is automatically classified as a partial taxable person if it carries out both traditional economic activities subject to VAT and holds shares in various subsidiaries without interfering in their management (activities outside the scope of...
In decision no. 2024TALCH14/00058, Luxemburg judges confirm the position of the Administration de l’Enregistrement, des Domaines et de la TVA (AEDT) on the right to deduct VAT on overheads. To claim the VAT deduction, the company must demonstrate the direct and immediate link between the expenses for which it wishes to deduct VAT and its...
Die Struktur der Mehrwertsteuersätze, die in der Europäischen Union teilweise harmonisiert sind, wird sich ändern und die Liste der Produkte, für die ermäßigte Sätze gelten, wird ebenfalls geändert.
Three weeks ago, the French newspaper Challenges mentioned a delay, or even a cancellation, of electronic invoicing in France. On May 31, 2024, during the latest meeting held by the National Forum on Electronic Invoicing, the AIFE confirmed the maintenance of the implementation schedule for the reform, the availability of a public platform (the PPF),...
This rate cut was due to end on April 30, 2024. However, the Cypriot government has decided to extend until June 30, 2024, the temporary application of the 0% VAT rate on certain food products: milk, bread, eggs and baby food.
From September 1, 2024, Finland will have the second-highest standard rate in the European Union. The standard rate will increase from 24% to 25.5%. The reduced rates of 14% and 10% will remain unchanged.
In order to comply with European Union law, the Annual Tax Act 2024 provides for an overhaul of Section 4 No. 21 of the German VAT Act , exempting school and university education, vocational training or retraining. For example, this project abolishes the compulsory certification procedure for independent teachers.
The structure of VAT rates, partially harmonized within the European Union, will evolve, and the list of products that can benefit from reduced rates as well: this is what the…
In a joint declaration signed in April, the U.S Trade and Technology Council and the European Union pledged to cooperate on electronic invoicing, and in particular to ensure interoperability between systems set up in the U.S. and by member states. Certain parts of the data structure should be standardized, while there should be room for...
The dedicated group FNFE-MPE organized a day dedicated to electronic invoicing on March 7, 2024. Postponing the reform was at the heart of the debate. The obligation to issue invoices in electronic format will ultimately be implemented in two waves: 2026 for large companies and ETIs – 2027 for smaller companies. Basic franchise companies will...
A Polish company is audited: it appears that the total amount of invoices issued does not correspond to the total amount of sales declared. The company then realized that one of its employees had issued false invoices in the company’s name. In case C-442/22 between the company and the Polish tax authorities, the Court of...
A medicalized retirement home (EHPAD) cannot charge VAT on its activities on the grounds that the amount of payroll tax is higher. The criterion of economic advantage is inoperative in VAT. Only the nature of the activity and the operator can be used to determine the materiality of VAT. This was reiterated on March 5,...
Amazon's FBA program is powerful but from a regulatory perspective, it's complex. How can you fulfill your VAT obligations without taking risks or tearing your hair out?
The Swedish tax authorities do not consider as “real estate” : a charging station in the form of charging posts mounted on concrete foundations, even when connected to the building’s electrical system a charging box mounted on the wall of a building, even when connected to the building’s electrical system. As a result, the management...
From January1, 2024, VAT rates in Switzerland will increase : Standard VAT rate increases from 7.7% to 8.1%. Reduced VAT rate raised from 2.5% to 2.6 Special rate for lodging increases from 3.7% to 3.8%. To determine the rate applicable to the supply of goods and services, theactual date of delivery of the goods or performance...
As a reminder, from January 1, 2024 the rates applicable in the Czech Republic will be as follows: Standard rate: 21% Reduced rates: 12% In line with this reform, it has been decided that newspapers, periodicals and certain foodstuffs will be subject to the reduced 12% VAT rate. Until now, these products were subject to...
