Europe

Russia: FTS Approves New Support Procedure for Tax Monitoring Transition

On 9 September 2026, the Federal Tax Service (FTS) of Russia officially approved a new procedure for accompanying companies that decide to switch to the tax monitoring regime. The order, issued under the authority of the Tax Code Article 105.27, establishes a structured framework for tax authorities to provide methodological assistance, conduct preliminary risk assessments,

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Italy: OECD Receives 140 Submissions on Intra-Group Services Reform

On 8 September 2026, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) announced that its public consultation on the revision of Chapter VII of the Transfer Pricing Guidelines—which governs the pricing of intra-group services—had attracted a record 140 written contributions from a diverse array of stakeholders. The consultation, which ran from 1 June to 31

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Sweden: Sweden-Netherlands Tax Treaty Proposal Advances

The Swedish Government has submitted a parliamentary proposal (Prop. 2025/26:307) for approval of a new bilateral tax treaty with the Netherlands. The treaty aims to eliminate double taxation on income and prevent tax evasion and avoidance, replacing the outdated 1991 convention. If approved by the Riksdag, the accompanying legislation will enter into force on a

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Ireland: Ireland Revenue Publishes September 2026 Tax Defaulters List

On 8 September 2026, the Irish Revenue Commissioners released its periodic list of tax defaulters, a statutory publication under Section 1086 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997. The list identifies individuals and businesses that have been found guilty of tax offences or have settled significant tax liabilities arising from audits or investigations. This publication covers

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Russia: Foreigners Can Now Obtain TIN Automatically Without Application

Effective 8 September 2026, the Federal Tax Service launched a new automated process for issuing Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (INN) to foreign citizens. Under the revised regulation (Order No. ED-7-11/2026), foreign nationals who obtain a work patent, a highly qualified specialist visa, or a temporary residence permit will receive their INN electronically within one business

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Latvia: Latvia Approves Tax-Exempt Status for 123 Public Benefit Organizations

On 8 September 2026, the Public Benefit Commission held its 17th session and recommended granting public benefit status to 123 organizations, enabling them to receive VAT and corporate income tax exemptions. The decision follows a rigorous evaluation of each applicant’s compliance with the Public Benefit Organizations Law, including statutory objectives, governance transparency, and financial accountability.

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Poland: Poland President Nawrocki May Block Billions: Budget Under Pressure

On 8 September 2026, President Andrzej Nawrocki signaled potential vetoes of both the excise amendment and the windfall tax bills, which together account for over PLN 12 billion in projected 2027 revenue. The presidential palace demands broader consensus and impact assessments. The government faces a choice: negotiate amendments, seek a 3/5 Sejm override, or adjust

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France: France Tax Revenue Bulletin: DGFiP Reports 3.7% Rise in H1 2026 Collections

On 8 September 2026, the French Directorate General of Public Finance (DGFiP) published Bulletin “DGFiP Statistiques” n°48, detailing tax revenue collected during the first half of 2026. The report confirms that net tax receipts reached 275.4 billion euros, representing a 3.7% increase compared to the same period in 2025. This statistical release serves as a

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Germany: BZSt Launches Survey on Company Pension Subsidy Practical Application

On 8 September 2026, the Federal Central Tax Office (BZSt) commenced a nationwide employer survey commissioned by the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) to evaluate the practical application of the company pension subsidy (bAV-Förderbetrag) introduced by the Company Pension Strengthening Act (Betriebsrentenstärkungsgesetz) effective 1 January 2018. The subsidy under § 100 EStG grants employers a

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Cyprus: Cyprus VAT Law Amendments: New Criteria for New Building Classification

On 27 February 2026, Cyprus published two Decrees (No. 102/2026 and 103/2026) amending the Cyprus VAT Law, specifically the Fifth and Eighth Schedules, concerning the supply of new immovable properties and the renovation of second-hand immovable properties. The amendments came into effect on 1 September 2026. They introduce new criteria to determine when a building

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