Danish tax authorities are set to impact homeowners in the capital region next year, with a particular focus on residents in a specific municipality. The changes relate to property taxes and housing prices.
Greek tax authorities have issued clarifications regarding the tax implications of donations, allowances from parents and grandparents, and money transfers made through the IRIS system. The guidance aims to provide clarity on what is taxable in these common financial transactions.
Finnish tax authorities consider freezing berries before selling them as processing, which can have tax implications. Cleaning or packaging berries in boxes, however, is permitted.
Polish tax authorities are reportedly losing court cases against taxpayers regarding the favorable taxation of trademark leasing revenues, with attempts to tighten regulations also proving unsuccessful so far.
A new change in Belgium's tax declaration rules means that the tax authorities will no longer be able to apply an increase to evaded tax in cases of unintentional oversight or error, with retroactive effect.
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is stepping up tax audits in August, coinciding with the peak tourist season, through a broad operational plan combining on-site checks, digital cross-referencing, and targeted operations in specific areas.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) conducted their first mass on-site inspections for agricultural subsidies, checking 195 livestock farmers in Crete. Meanwhile, nearly fifty candidates applied for the position of head of the Hungarian National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV).
Tax authorities in Portugal are reportedly scrutinizing capital gains for individuals who use part of their homes for remote work, potentially affecting their ability to reinvest profits from a home sale into a new property.
The Ministry of Finance has withdrawn the most controversial proposals from its draft - an increase in tax for lump sum payers, tightening regulations on company cars, limiting the allowance...
A convicted fraudster has been extradited to Israel from Panama after a multi-year pursuit, with tax authorities emphasizing that offenders cannot escape justice.
Thorough tax audits by the AADE are revealing costly errors and fraudulent practices in thousands of donation cases, prompting a warning about the trap of over-taxation.
Individuals who have sold shares, property, or cryptocurrency are advised on key considerations for filing their income tax returns, especially with tax authorities increasingly leveraging technology and data analytics.
Over the past decade, Polish tax authorities have identified more than 260 instances of taxpayers circumventing the law to avoid taxation. The exact number of artificial transactions prevented by the anti-avoidance clause remains unknown.
The former director of Norsk Industri, Stein Lier-Hansen, has received a tax bill of 9.8 million kroner, which he describes as an 'economic life sentence,' potentially leading to another court battle with Norwegian tax authorities.
A ruling by Poland's Supreme Administrative Court (NSA) states that tax authorities are not obligated to blindly accept a taxpayer's claims regarding exemption conditions, specifically in a case concerning VAT from erotic shows.
Slovak tax authorities are initiating inspections to determine if entrepreneurs are using company vehicles for private purposes. Businesses can only claim a 50% tax deduction for cars used privately, and the financial administration plans physical checks in public areas to enforce this rule.
The article explains when gifts of valuable items like jewelry, watches, or cash must be declared to tax authorities, noting that such goods are subject to inheritance and gift taxes, not just monetary donations.
Billionaire hedge fund manager Michael Platt, known for making big bets, has reportedly encountered problems with the UK taxman, indicating not all his ventures have been successful.
France's Finance Ministry is accusing hot-air balloon operators of incorrectly applying a reduced VAT rate, while business owners claim the rules were changed without warning.
Overdue debts to the Greek tax authorities continue to swell, with taxpayers accumulating an additional 3.77 billion euros in a single year, despite existing payment arrangements and collection efforts, due to rising living costs and tax obligations.
Italian tax authorities, in collaboration with the Guardia di Finanza, are using Google Maps to verify the progress of works related to home renovation bonuses like the superbonus. This helps ensure compliance with key deadlines for tax discounts.
Danish Tax Minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt announced measures to enhance legal certainty within the tax authorities, including initiating a hearing, appointing new coordinators in seven agencies, and sending a significant letter, following a series of problematic cases that have eroded public trust.
Tax enforcement proceedings typically represent the final step for tax authorities to collect dues, concluding actions against the taxpayer but potentially initiating new actions against third parties.
Polish tax authorities are allowing resident doctors who continue to work for the same hospital after their training to apply a favorable 14% flat tax, provided their annual earnings do not exceed 2 million euros.
New regulations are being implemented in Greece regarding tax clearance certificates for taxpayers with outstanding debts to the tax authorities. These changes will affect how individuals with tax arrears obtain their certificates.
The PASOK parliamentary group submitted three amendments to the Ministry of Finance's multi-bill, proposing a 120-installment payment plan for debts to tax authorities, EFKA, and municipalities, along with establishing a special unseizable professional bank account.
ANAF inspectors discovered an industrial-scale cryptocurrency mining operation hidden from tax authorities in a disused building in Satu Mare, where 407 machines were running non-stop without producing tangible goods or employing workers.
The Italian Financial Police (GdF) in Imola discovered six million euros undeclared to the tax authorities, held abroad by three taxpayers residing in the new Imola district.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) are intensifying tax audits to resolve thousands of pending cases before the statute of limitations expires at the end of 2026, aiming to secure public revenue.
Pakistan is set to launch a 'faceless system' in October, designed to create a blind interface between taxpayers and tax authorities, aiming to shield taxpayers from harassment.
Romania's National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) has officially launched a videoconferencing system. This platform will allow taxpayers to remotely discuss fiscal controls, inspections, and personal tax situations with the tax authorities.
Polish tax authorities are reportedly using the initiation of proceedings for fiscal offenses as a tactic to circumvent the approaching statute of limitations for tax liabilities.
Police in the capital region of Iceland, in cooperation with tax authorities, shut down three nightclubs overnight for operating security services without proper licenses.
Argentina's Chief of Ministers has admitted to lying to tax authorities for years, stating that he did so 'like all Argentinians.' This confession has sparked controversy in the country.
Polish tax authorities confirm that transferring company shares to a family foundation does not constitute tax avoidance, but suspicions may arise if the shares are quickly sold.
The Slovak government has approved a subsidy for an NGO associated with a key figure from a notorious car gang case, despite the individual having been banned from business by tax authorities and having vacationed with known criminals.
Entrepreneurs who purchase advisory, accounting, or advertising services costing at least 15,000 PLN will be held responsible for unpaid VAT by their contractors. This applies if the price was deemed non-market by tax authorities, or if the buyer was aware of the contractor's non-compliance.
While tax returns can be submitted digitally in Greece, the AADE (Independent Authority for Public Revenue) retains the right to request supporting documents from taxpayers to verify declared information.
As the real estate market continues to rise, Greek tax authorities are intensifying controls, targeting 5,900 cases of property transfers, donations, and parental provisions for audit.
Polish tax officials are reportedly posing as customers to verify if vendors are fulfilling their tax obligations, leading to fines for errors. The National Tax Administration defends these 'tax provocations' as necessary to ensure effective spending of public funds.
A Polish administrative court (WSA) has ruled that acquiring services from related limited partnerships does not justify refusing to issue a tax interpretation, thereby limiting the tax authorities' use of the GAAR clause as a pretext to avoid substantive answers to tax questions.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) discovered and seized 500,000 euros in undeclared cash at Athens' Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, which was not declared upon entry into the country.
According to Julita Karaś-Gasparska, Polish tax authorities are attempting to classify a wide range of items used in production, services, and trade under the umbrella term of 'industrial equipment' for tax purposes.
Albanian tax authorities, specifically the Directorate of Unpaid Liabilities, arbitrarily blocked the bank accounts of 'Birra Ko' brewery on April 24, 2026, without prior notification, an action reportedly signed by Ermal Zhegaj.
Portuguese tax authorities clarify that tuition and education expenses paid by divorced parents can count as alimony and be deducted from IRS up to age 25, provided they are agreed upon.
Polish tax authorities are gaining near real-time insight into company financial data through KSeF and JPK_CIT, allowing them to identify errors previously unseen, posing both challenges and opportunities for organizations.
Tax authorities are intensifying their scrutiny of the Airbnb market, indicating a deeper focus on compliance within the short-term rental sector. This increased oversight aims to ensure proper taxation of rental income.
An article provides advice on interacting with French tax authorities, discussing the impact of exchanges with Bercy regarding good faith, deadlines, and disputes.
Greek tax authorities are investigating undisclosed income from Airbnb rentals, opening files for four years of activity. Property owners who ignore notifications face significant fines for undeclared earnings.
A new regulation allowing for 72 installments for old debts to tax authorities and social security funds is expected to be implemented in Greece in June, offering a new opportunity for thousands of debtors.
The French tax administration is increasingly using artificial intelligence to compile data and identify inconsistencies in company accounts, leading to more targeted tax audits for small and medium-sized businesses.
This article offers advice on tax declarations in France, guiding taxpayers on what questions to avoid asking the tax authorities to prevent potential negative consequences, even while seeking clarity.
This article explains how tax enforcement proceedings work in Poland and when the tax authorities can resort to them, describing it as the final and most impactful stage of tax proceedings for entrepreneurs.
Greece is set to send the first list of debts and debtors to the Private Debt Monitoring Registry within the week, including data from banks, tax authorities, and public bodies.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) are intensifying controls on self-employed professionals who dispute their presumptive income and request audits, activating a multi-layered verification system.
The National Tax Service of South Korea announced that Commissioner Lim Kwang-hyun held bilateral meetings with tax authorities in Hungary, Belgium, and the United Kingdom. Agreements were signed to strengthen cooperation in recovering overseas assets hidden by tax evaders.
The Provincial Administrative Court in Gdańsk affirmed that tax authorities can deny dividend exemption based on a specific clause (Art. 22c CIT) but questioned the requirement of 'beneficial owner' status for such exemption, aligning with the Supreme Administrative Court's stance.
Greece is implementing new debt settlement measures for tax authorities, EFKA, and banks, including 72-installment plans and out-of-court settlements, with a primary objective to bring more debtors into the mechanism and create a new framework for protecting primary residences.
In Poland, an expensive watch used for business services can be classified as a tax-deductible expense, provided its purchase is justified, according to tax authorities.
Julita Karaś-Gasparska states that Polish tax authorities should be more lenient regarding minimum corporate income tax for energy trading companies whose financial results have worsened due to rising energy prices.
Administrative courts in Poland are increasingly ruling against the tax authorities who refuse to pay interest on overpaid taxes, even when the error was due to an official.
Polish businesses are adapting to the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF), which, despite not being universally feared, continues to present implementation challenges. The tax authorities' persistent demand for data remains a key concern for companies.
Greek tax authorities are escalating inspections during the August 15th holiday weekend, targeting popular tourist destinations and businesses nationwide to combat tax evasion using digital tools like myDATA, POS, and AI.
Heirs in Germany are increasingly facing unexpectedly high inheritance tax demands on real estate, prompting advice on how to contest these valuations from tax authorities.
Polish tax authorities may alter the rules for short-term rentals, potentially impacting how property owners declare income and utilize simplified lump-sum taxes, according to experts.
Updating obligations regarding an individual's place of residence in Poland do not relieve the tax authority of the necessity to independently determine the taxpayer's address for tax residency purposes.
Polish tax authorities are intensifying controls on the use of company cars, with new regulations potentially requiring employees to pay additional tax and health contributions for damages to company vehicles. This move aims to ensure proper taxation of benefits related to company car usage.
Romanian anti-fraud inspectors discovered a mechanism where four security firms defrauded the state budget of over 12.35 million lei using false invoices and thousands of ATM withdrawals. The investigation has been forwarded to prosecutors.
Crypto investors are being advised to meticulously maintain records of various transactions, including crypto-to-crypto trades, staking rewards, airdrops, and purchases made with cryptocurrency. This record-keeping is crucial for avoiding costly disputes with tax authorities.
Bulgaria's State Intelligence Agency has referred one of its agents to tax authorities following suspicions of corrupt behavior, according to the agency's 2025 report.
A cafe in Šibenik, Croatia, was closed by tax authorities over a discrepancy of 4.30 euros, prompting a financial expert to state that such a measure should be a last resort.
Tax administration inspections are underway in the Šibenik area of Croatia, leading to the temporary closure of two hospitality establishments. These actions are part of increased oversight on the Adriatic coast during the tourist season.
Polish entrepreneurs are now permitted to depreciate houses and apartments acquired before the 'Polski Ład' (Polish Deal) tax reform and include these write-offs as tax costs. The tax authorities confirmed this in an interpretation, following a loss in the Supreme Administrative Court (NSA).
Despite an increase in consumption reported by tax authorities, Croatian coastal restaurateurs claim their establishments are half-empty due to high prices, VAT, and declining competitiveness in the Eurozone.
A government report submitted to the Portuguese Parliament identifies digital platforms as a high-risk sector for tax fraud, with schemes involving long chains of companies, leading tax authorities to suspect the use of false invoices.
Polish tax authorities have ruled that diluents made from denatured alcohol are exempt from excise tax, regardless of whether the producer knew of their potential misuse, challenging previous classifications.
A Polish tax ruling states that taxpayers' rights to cross-examine an expert cannot be restricted, and tax authorities must ensure a real opportunity to submit objections to an expert's opinion, even in writing.
A multi-billionaire is facing a significant tax blow, with French tax authorities reportedly seeking assistance from Luxembourg and the Bahamas in the matter.
A secret and inaccessible property owner register holds the key to accurate housing tax calculations in Denmark. Tax authorities advise citizens to consult this confidential register to avoid errors in their property tax assessments.
Danish tax authorities are embroiled in a dispute with a large American law firm, with accusations that the tax agency has lost its sense of fairness and reasonableness. The conflict highlights tensions between the Danish tax system and international legal entities.
Bulgarian tax authorities have initiated an audit of a businessman who had previously inquired about the security arrangements for Delyan Peevski. The audit's timing has raised questions regarding its potential connection to the businessman's inquiry.
Data from Portuguese tax authorities show that transfers to tax havens reached a record high in 2025, increasing by 1.325 billion euros compared to 2024, with companies accounting for 87% of the total.
Experts are cautioning the public about a new wave of phishing attacks where scammers are impersonating tax authorities, using messages about "overpayments" to defraud individuals.
Tax authorities are questioning companies' transition to Estonian CIT mid-year if their financial statements lack a signature, despite the absence of regulations linking 'untimely' signing to such consequences.
Following the Consumer Protection Commission, tax authorities are also commencing inspections along the Bulgarian coast, with monitoring of markets and wholesale suppliers to hotels and restaurants starting Monday.
The life of George Orwell, author of two of the 20th century's most important works, is explored, highlighting his impoverished existence despite his literary success. After his death, his estate faced a significant battle with tax authorities.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) are targeting real estate agencies, with their algorithms uncovering a case in the Cyclades, described as the 'tip of the iceberg' in their efforts to combat tax evasion.
Beverage giant Coca-Cola is appealing a 2020 ruling concerning a $20 billion tax bill, a case that has significant implications for how multinational firms are taxed on their overseas profits.
Greek tax authorities are intensifying checks on monetary parental provisions, donations, and movements through joint bank accounts to identify potential hidden gift tax evasion.
When married couples build assets through investments and their own work, they should keep track of who contributes what, as tax authorities might otherwise become suspicious regarding tax-free asset transfers.
Malaysian tax officials are closely monitoring the booming card-collecting hobby, which has become a significant moneymaking venture, to identify and address any tax discrepancies through audits.
Polish tax authorities are warning that discrepancies between an invoice in the KSeF system and its visualization could lead to it being treated as two separate invoices, potentially resulting in a demand for double VAT. Tax advisors comment that while the interpretation seems excessive, it should not be ignored.
A discussion in Finland suggests that the collection of church tax should be separated from the state's general tax collection system, arguing that church funding is a matter for the church itself, not the tax authorities.
A 9-year-old boy in Greece is facing bureaucratic hurdles as tax authorities threaten to seize his hearing aid allowance due to his parents' outstanding debt, effectively penalizing the child for his family's financial situation.
Fire Factory, a Finnish company known for producing special effects for top artists' stadium concerts, is facing bankruptcy proceedings initiated by the tax authorities due to long-standing financial challenges.
Jan Wahlberg, a Finnish man, returned thousands of bottles, generating over a thousand euros in deposits for charity, prompting comments from tax authorities regarding the tax implications.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) and Transport Ministry teams are intensifying inspections on car repair shops, car washes, and parking lots, which are on a 'black list' for high rates of tax evasion, leading to thousands of euros in fines in Chania.
Polish tax authorities have launched investigations into the finances of foundations belonging to Zbigniew Ziobro and Przemysław Wipler, tracing money from the defunct Zondacrypto exchange.
Polish regulations allow tax authorities to transfer tax debts to other entities, holding management members personally liable for the tax arrears of bankrupt or insolvent companies.
Calculating VAT on real estate exchanges in Poland presents complexities, with tax authorities and courts offering interpretations that sometimes lead to non-obvious conclusions.
The Legislative Council of 'Rzeczpospolita' discussed potential tax reforms, focusing on making settlements with the tax authorities more realistic and preventing taxpayers from being pursued after the statute of limitations.
Polish tax authorities (Fiskus) assert that anonymous charitable donations for medical treatment cannot be considered gifts, making beneficiaries liable for Personal Income Tax (PIT) rather than benefiting from inheritance and gift tax exemptions.
A dispute over where the tax authorities should deliver letters to proxies could have serious procedural consequences, with the NSA set to rule on whether consent for delivery via the e-Tax Office is sufficient to change the delivery address in a specific case.
Transfer pricing is frequently a source of disputes between taxpayers and tax authorities, as authorities receive extensive data on intergroup transactions annually from taxpayers.
Entrepreneurs in Poland can effectively defend against bank account seizures during administrative tax enforcement proceedings, with available legal remedies depending on the specific procedure used by tax authorities.
Italian tax authorities have identified 5.3 billion euros in undeclared taxable income over five months by cross-referencing POS transactions with issued receipts, leading to 115 million more receipts being issued.
Hungarian tax authorities conducted searches at a ministry building and offices of the National Cultural Program, seizing documents and equipment as part of an investigation into distributed grants from the National Cultural Fund (NKA).
A €15 million freezing order imposed on accountant Nigel Scerri and his wife Mikaela of Ennesse has been lifted. The couple walked free after reaching an out-of-court settlement with tax authorities, as confirmed by a recent court decree.
Collecting bottles and cans under Poland's deposit-refund system could become a source of additional income, but tax authorities may investigate and demand taxes in certain cases.
Greek tax authorities have imposed strict deadlines for taxpayers to submit amended returns or provide clarifications for discrepancies found in their filings.
Italian ministries and tax authorities experienced real pay increases of 13% between 2021-2023, double the 7% foreseen by contract renewals, driven by indemnities, career advancements, and bonuses, widening the gap with local entities.
An IBAR report on Albania has revealed widespread corruption across all branches of central and local government, specifically citing issues within tax authorities, concessions, and public-private partnerships. Opposition leaders criticized the ruling majority for previously disregarding warnings about these systemic problems.
A Spanish court has ordered tax authorities to reimburse Shakira over 55 million euros. The payment is for amounts deemed to have been unduly paid by the singer.
Experienced Danish tax advisor Brian Vidtøft Nielsen has been declared bankrupt with significant debt owed to tax authorities and private individuals, leading to him being compelled to surrender his phone and computer.
Thousands of debtors in Greece are awaiting relief from a new extraordinary debt settlement plan allowing up to 72 installments for debts to the tax authorities and EFKA, with the electronic platform expected to open after mid-month.
Polish tax authorities confirm that expenses for integration events involving contractors (B2B, mandate contracts) can be eligible for VAT deduction. This clarifies the right to deduct VAT for non-employee forms of employment.
Polish tax authorities are firm on their requirement for small businesses to maintain electronic tax books and submit them as a Uniform Control File (JPK), despite concerns from entrepreneurs about the challenges this poses.
Polish tax authorities have restricted the thermomodernization tax relief, with the Minister of Finance issuing a general interpretation stating that homeowners cannot deduct roof replacement expenses, only insulation costs.
The Greek Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is preparing to issue approximately 12,000 administrative assessment acts to taxpayers for past tax irregularities, focusing on cases that risk being time-barred by the end of 2026.
The 'look-through approach' in Polish withholding tax, crucial for exemptions and preferential rates, continues to be a source of disputes with tax authorities despite recent explanations.
In Spain, giving money to a minor child is not invisible to the tax authorities; such operations must be declared as a donation, and parents can only administer the funds for the child's benefit.
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has set aside Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance (ITO) 2001, ruling it ultra vires the Constitution, which had allowed tax authorities to levy tax on 'deemed income' from assets and properties.
A newly published draft amendment to Poland's Tax Ordinance will allow taxpayers to enter into agreements with tax authorities, providing a new instrument to regulate issues related to tax arrears.
In Poland, the tax authorities often argue that expenses like saunas, air purifiers, and gardens primarily satisfy private needs, making it difficult for businesses to deduct them as tax costs, despite their potential impact on company revenue.
"Parent Trap" star Hayley Mills disclosed in a podcast that she lost 90% of her earnings from Disney to British tax authorities due to a poorly structured trust fund established during her childhood acting career.
Pakistan's tax authorities are escalating efforts against non-custom-paid vehicles, leading to concerns over registration deadlines and unclear rules in regions like Malakand.
Financial experts advise directly paying the cost of parents' residential care to the center rather than transferring money to parents, as this simplifies demonstrating the money's destination and reduces the risk of it being interpreted as a donation by tax authorities.
Greek tax authorities are planning their most demanding wave of inspections ahead of the August 15 holiday, a peak period for tourism, following a surge in tax evasion complaints. Recent raids have shown the effectiveness of these checks.
Hungarian tax authorities (NAV) have identified a 65 million forint tax deficiency from a car dealer who believed his Revolut account was beyond their reach.
A data theft incident in Liechtenstein is feared to severely damage the principality's reputation as a financial hub, with potential negative impacts on Swiss foundations and opportunities for foreign tax authorities.
Norwegian customers are reportedly paying double VAT, but tax authorities and consumer protection agencies are pointing fingers at each other regarding who is responsible for handling complaints.
The first group of taxpayers in Poland, comprising the largest companies, must submit their accounting books to the tax authorities in the form of a Uniform Control File (JPK_CIT) by July 31, marking a significant new obligation for businesses.
Italy has introduced pre-filled forms to simplify the declaration of succession for inheritance tax, which must be submitted within twelve months of the taxpayer's death. A guide from the tax authorities explains who and how to pay.
Greek tax authorities are initiating a new round of tax audits, utilizing information from 93 countries to identify undeclared income and assets held abroad.
This article outlines the options available to taxpayers when tax authorities verify their accounts through various procedures, detailing how the type and stage of the process affect the ability to correct declarations or submit active repentance.
An opinion piece from Observador criticizes the absurd banking procedures that block accounts of direct heirs, who are legally exempt from stamp duty, until tax authorities issue unnecessary declarations.
Finnish accounting firms report that entrepreneurs are attempting to expense luxury cars, gourmet food, and designer bags, with tax authorities particularly scrutinizing high-value purchases.
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is initiating a new round of extensive checks on undeclared income and assets held by Greek taxpayers abroad, utilizing data exchanged by tax authorities from 93 countries.
Italian law outlines thresholds, reasons, and donation rules for money transfers between relatives and friends, detailing what the tax authorities consider regarding client profiles, credible justifications, and fractional payments.
Polish tax authorities are monitoring company cars for private holiday use, with entrepreneurs unable to deduct 100% VAT if using a company vehicle for personal trips, a fact the tax office can ascertain through road cameras.
A researcher reports that financial crimes in businesses have changed, with customers often unaware that their card purchases may not be reported to tax authorities.
A Turkish citizen is suspected of causing budget damage of nearly 55,000 euros in Montenegro by continuously generating income for a company without reporting it to the tax authorities.
Tax offices in Hesse are facing challenges in controlling and verifying the tax compliance of influencers, who often present a luxurious lifestyle without clear tax documentation.
The first year of Pakistan's unified agriculture income tax regime has revealed a significant disparity between policy goals and actual revenue, with provincial tax authorities collecting only about 2 percent of declared agricultural income.
New data from the State Budget Office in the Hellenic Parliament reveals that 4.25 million individuals owe money to the tax authorities in Greece, with only 6.8% of these private debts currently under regulation, as the country awaits new intervention measures.
Italy's tax authorities are set to conduct over 223,000 assessments in 2025, an 18% increase from the previous year, with more than 11% targeting VAT-registered individuals and businesses.
Yosef Faradji has increased his debt to the Catalan tax authorities to 65 million euros, making him the largest individual debtor, while Playbadalona remains the top corporate debtor.
With the school year over and summer travel season beginning, businesses profiting from colonies, camps, and holidays are now under the scrutiny of tax authorities.
Albanian activist Arben Kola has issued a strong call for a national protest in Tirana, urging citizens to participate and demanding that tax authorities stop fining businesses and that SPAK act swiftly against corruption.
A report details how French tax authorities can access bank account information without the account holder's knowledge, a practice currently facing legal challenges.
The Romanian National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) will send notifications to taxpayers with discrepancies between declared income and information received from foreign tax authorities, urging them to clarify their financial situations.
Discussions in Italy focus on creating a unified ecosystem between tax authorities and professionals, with commercialisti playing a key role in cooperative compliance and progress on liability limits for legal auditors, aiming for a tax code by the end of the legislature.
A new €3 customs duty on shipments is being introduced, raising questions about how much consumers will actually have to pay. However, tax authorities clarify that consumers will not be required to pay customs duty on parcels from China.
Polish tax authorities have ruled that entrepreneurs cannot include the costs of physiotherapy treatments for knee recovery after surgery as tax-deductible business expenses, deeming them personal health expenditures.
Greece's Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is implementing a new operational model to transform taxpayer interactions with tax authorities. This initiative involves digitizing services and creating a unified network of service centers, starting with 'myPoint'.
Emilio Baena, a former Spanish tax agency inspector, stated that influencers represent a significant risk profile for tax authorities. He shared insights into the agency's operations and the challenges of taxing digital content creators.
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) in Greece has initiated tax audits on 2023 tax declarations, specifically targeting income from salaries and pensions acquired in 2022, utilizing electronic cross-referencing and data from employers and insurance funds.
The nightclub Exit, located in Austurstræti in downtown Reykjavik, was among the entertainment venues closed overnight in a joint operation by the police and tax authorities.
Polish entrepreneurs who have issued traditional invoices are not required to subsequently enter them into the KSeF e-invoicing system, a clarification confirmed by the tax authorities.
Greece is expected to open a platform in early July for applications to a 72-installment scheme for debts owed to tax authorities and social security funds.
Under new simplification decrees, Italian tax authorities will now be able to directly debit money from current accounts for tax payments, effectively retiring the F24 payment form.
A new publication on tax jurisprudence, focusing on tax authorities and professionals, is set to be released on Saturday, June 13, priced at 3.50 euros.
Experts warn that financial assistance from parents for an adult child's home renovation, if not repaid, could be interpreted by tax authorities as a hidden donation, requiring proper documentation to avoid fiscal issues.
Thousands of taxpayers in Greece are making a common mistake with their unseizable bank accounts, which could be crucial for protecting their funds from potential tax seizures by the tax authorities.
A trial has commenced against stock traders and investors accused of defrauding Danish tax authorities of millions through illegal Cum-Ex stock transactions. An insolvent bank from Mainz is noted to play a significant role in the case.
Greek tax authorities issued €84,000 in fines and ordered three 48-hour closures at coastal hospitality venues along the Athens Riviera over the holiday weekend, following 102 unannounced inspections that uncovered 110 violations.
Polish companies can deduct expenses documented by regular invoices issued to employees, even if these invoices are not processed through the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF). This interpretation has been confirmed by tax authorities.
Greek tax auditing services are focusing on over 23,000 cases of significant tax evasion in recent months, with 4,227 completed audits already confirming substantial amounts of unpaid taxes.
Poland's National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) has reportedly accelerated VAT refunds, requiring the tax authorities to return VAT within 40 days. However, despite having real-time access to transactions, experts note that businesses are still frequently asked to provide explanations and documents.
The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is implementing an extensive operational plan against tax evasion on Greek islands and popular tourist destinations, starting during the Holy Spirit weekend.
Polish tax authorities have firmly stated that entrepreneurs cannot deduct VAT without a classic purchase invoice, even if other documents are available, a stance that a European court ruling does not alter.
Donating goods at a symbolic price, even in family transactions, can lead to significant tax errors. Declaring too low a value may result in supplementary tax assessments, late payment interest, and even penalties from the tax authorities.
The search for foreigners in the US could also be conducted through their tax returns. The Internal Revenue Service is discussing such an idea - to include a field for disclosure in next year's tax forms...
Polish entrepreneurs seeking to apply more favorable VAT deduction rules based on a EU court ruling must wait, as the judgment is under review by the CJEU and the tax authorities are issuing negative interpretations.
A new fraud case perpetrated by a group of Bulgarians has been reported, but Dutch tax authorities consider it a relatively minor incident. The case highlights ongoing efforts to combat financial crime.
Today's news in Slovakia includes an apology from tax authorities, a brutal crime, questions surrounding Kaliňák, a dispute over Beneš decrees, and new EU taxes.
Greece is preparing to activate a new emergency repayment scheme allowing debtors up to 72 installments for overdue debts to tax authorities and social security. The platform for applications is expected to open after mid-June.
The Greek tax authorities are reportedly focusing their enforcement efforts on 'usual suspects,' likely referring to individuals or entities with a history of tax evasion or non-compliance.
The Italian Financial Guard has discovered 100 luxury yachts in Sardinian ports operating under foreign flags, evading Italian tax authorities despite their owners being registered in Italy.
An entrepreneur from Kvetoslavov was fined 1,500 euros for missing diacritics on receipts, but the Financial Administration's justification incorrectly cited a lack of punctuation, a terminological error that could help the langoš seller in court.
The President of the Slovak Financial Administration has stated that the 'Langoše case' is being exploited for political games, while acknowledging that any proven errors by the tax authorities will be addressed. This comes as the tax office faces criticism for penalizing a business over a grammatical error related to the word 'langoše'.
The Norwegian tax authorities have declared "Norske Hytter", a cabin construction company operating for 28 years, bankrupt due to outstanding settlements, citing tough times.
A substantial €52 million freezing order against Christian Borg and his associated companies has been quietly lifted. This follows a controversial out-of-court settlement with Malta’s tax authorities, enabled by a new law introduced by Robert.
The ongoing digitalization of Poland's tax system is enabling tax authorities to access more data for auditing, particularly in transfer pricing. This has recently led to the reassessment of nearly PLN 11 million in understated corporate income tax.
A qualified young person earning 1,800 euros gross is treated by the tax authorities as a magnate to be targeted, and by the real estate and financial markets as an indigent without guarantees.
Polish tax authorities are intensifying efforts to detect financial irregularities through cross-checking methods, with family foundations specifically coming under the scrutiny of the Head of the National Revenue Administration.