The French Government has officially confirmed the postponement of the transfer of VAT provisions to the Code des Impositions sur les Biens et Services (CIBS). An ordinance […]
After working on multiple SAP implementation and tax technology projects, I’ve come to appreciate that successful implementations are rarely about the software itself. More often, they’re about […]
The European Union’s VAT system is founded on the principle that VAT should be applied fairly and consistently, while allowing taxpayers to organise their commercial activities within […]
The Ongoing Challenge of Combating VAT Fraud VAT fraud has long been one of the greatest challenges facing tax authorities across Europe. One of the most damaging […]
Bad debt relief is a VAT mechanism that allows businesses to recover VAT previously accounted for on supplies where payment is ultimately not received. VAT generally becomes […]
Poland’s recent introduction of the KSeF (National e-Invoicing System) represents a fundamental change in how businesses issue, manage, and correct invoices. As mandatory adoption progresses, taxpayers are […]
E-Invoicing has become a prominent area of development around Europe. However, recently it has also become equally prominent that e-invoicing is only a stepping stone for a […]
Starting from 1st October 2026, businesses will be required to apply for, change, or cancel their EORI numbers exclusively online. Paper forms will no longer be accepted. […]
Introduction Historically, VAT rules in France were codified within the Code Général des Impôts (CGI), alongside with a wide range of other taxes. The recodification of VAT […]
In recent years, the issue of document retention has become increasingly important for businesses in France. Legal obligations related to accounting, taxation, and administrative compliance require careful […]
A valid VAT invoice is one of the cornerstones of the EU VAT system. It serves not only as evidence that a taxable supply has taken place […]
Many businesses assume that recovering VAT across Europe is a relatively straightforward process. Once a VAT registration is in place and a VAT return has been submitted, […]
VAT audits don’t usually uncover tax problems, they uncover data problems. When businesses receive notification of a VAT audit, the immediate assumption is often that the challenge […]
From the 1st July 2026, the Irish Government will introduce a 9% reduced VAT rate for certain restaurant, catering and hairdresser services to help tackle rising costs […]