Europe

Lithuania: Lithuania VMI Releases Late PIT Calculator, Draws Criticism

On 8 October 2026, the Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) officially launched a new Personal Income Tax (GPM) calculator designed to help taxpayers estimate their annual tax liability. The release comes nine months after the originally announced deadline, raising concerns among tax professionals and business associations about the tool’s readiness and usability. The calculator is

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Spain: Spain Publishes 2024 Personal Income Tax Data by Postal Code

On 8 October 2026, the Spanish Tax Agency released the Statistics of Personal Income Tax (IRPF) Declarants for the largest municipalities by postal code, corresponding to the 2024 fiscal year. This granular dataset allows analysis of taxpayer distribution, income levels, and regional disparities across Spain’s major urban areas. Key Takeaways Geographic Tax Base Mapping: The

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United Kingdom: HMRC Updates VAT Payment Plan Service Availability and Issues

As of 8 October 2026, HMRC has published the latest service availability information for VAT payment plans, highlighting current technical issues that may affect businesses attempting to set up time-to-pay arrangements for VAT liabilities. The VAT payment plan service enables VAT-registered businesses to spread payments over an agreed period. The update notes sporadic system errors,

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Greece:AADE Customs Strike Major Blow to Smuggling Networks

On 8 October 2026, the AADE General Directorate of Customs and Excise (DEOS) announced a major operational success in the fight against smuggling. The operation, conducted in coordination with law enforcement agencies, resulted in the disruption of a sophisticated smuggling network operating across multiple entry points. The press release highlights the strategic use of risk

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Romania: Romania’s Forgotten Lesson: Tax Policy Drives Investor Relations Reset

During a ZF Live debate on 8 October 2026, panelists argued that Romania’s recent tax tightening—including higher dividend withholding taxes, stricter thin-capitalization rules, and the introduction of a turnover tax for large enterprises—stems from a broader failure to maintain transparent dialogue with the investor community. The discussion highlighted that unpredictable fiscal changes, often enacted via

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Russia: IPB Russia Updates Professional Tax Programs for 2026 Legislation

As of 8 October 2026, the Institute of Professional Accountants and Auditors of Russia (IPB Russia) has announced the update of its professional development programs to align with the latest amendments to Russian tax legislation, judicial and arbitration practice, and professional ethics standards. The updated programs cover internal control, audit, various aspects of taxation and

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Slovenia: Slovenia Customs Day Marks New EU Customs Union Era

On 8 October 2026, the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS) commemorated Slovenian Customs Day by announcing the formal commencement of the European Union’s most ambitious customs reform in decades. This milestone aligns with the entry into force of the new EU Customs Code (Regulation (EU) 2024/2897), which establishes the European Union Customs

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Ukraine:Foreign Income Declaration Rules for Ukrainian Tax Residents

On 8 October 2026, the State Tax Service of Ukraine (STS) published detailed guidance addressing the obligations of Ukrainian tax residents who receive income from abroad. The clarification comes amid increasing cross-border economic activity and aims to ensure compliance with Articles 164-166 of the Tax Code of Ukraine, which govern the taxation of foreign-sourced income

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United Kingdom: HMRC Updates Simple Assessment Payment Plan Service Status

On 8 October 2026, HMRC released an update on the Simple Assessment payment plan service, noting ongoing availability issues that may prevent taxpayers from setting up instalment arrangements for Simple Assessment tax bills. Simple Assessment is used for taxpayers with straightforward tax affairs who do not need to file a full Self Assessment return. The

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Greece:KAEC Auto-Population Launched in E9 via myPROPERTY

On 8 October 2026, AADE announced that the Property Identification Code (KAEC) will now be automatically populated in the E9 property tax declaration via the myPROPERTY digital platform. This enhancement eliminates manual entry errors and accelerates the filing process for property owners and their representatives. The integration leverages the cadastral data linkage established under the

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