Europe

Norway: Skagerrak Bank Targets Economic Crime – Joins «Tettpå» Collaboration

As of 13 August 2026, Skagerrak Bank announced its formal accession to the national «Tettpå» cooperation, a coordinated effort led by the Norwegian Tax Administration (Skatteetaten) that seeks to curb economic crime, bolster integrity in the construction industry, and streamline the selection of qualified contractors for building, renovation, and rehabilitation works. The «Tettpå» programme, established

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Norway: Skagerrak Bank Joins Tax Oversight to Fight Financial Crime in Construction

On August 13, 2026, the Norwegian Tax Administration confirmed the expansion of its enhanced oversight framework to include Skagerrak Bank, a prominent regional financial institution, as part of a strategic initiative designed to strengthen financial-tax integration in the prevention of economic crime. The programme, branded as the Tax Oversight initiative, represents a significant evolution in

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Slovenia: FURS Explains Tax Treatment of Foreign‑Employed Employee Income 2026

On 13 August 2026 the Financial Administration released a detailed tax handbook outlining the treatment of income earned by employees posted to foreign locations. The guidance, distributed as a downloadable Word document, explains the tax base, applicable exemptions, and reporting obligations under the Personal Income Tax Act. It also specifies that such income must be

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United Kingdom: UK Launches Consultation on Simplifying Treaty Relief for Overseas Interest Withholding Tax

On 13 August 2026, HM Treasury and HMRC opened a public consultation on simplifying the process for claiming treaty relief from UK withholding tax on interest paid to non-residents. Currently, overseas lenders must navigate a complex certification process involving HMRC and the competent authority of the recipient’s jurisdiction to benefit from reduced withholding tax rates

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Italy: Italian Revenue Fiscal Omnibus Decree 2026: Tax Reforms and Compliance

On 13 August 2026, the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance announced the official publication in the Official Gazette of Legislative Decree No. 148, dated 7 August 2026, constituting a broad-ranging omnibus measure designed to harmonize and correct multiple facets of the national tax system. The decree intervenes across a spectrum of fiscal domains, including

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Slovenia: Social Security Contributions for Self‑Employed Contractors – Updated Legal Requirements

On 13 August 2026 the Administration updated its guidance on social security contributions for self‑employed contractors, publishing an amended legal notice. The amendment incorporates recent changes to the Act on Pension and Disability Insurance (ZPIZ‑2) and clarifies the obligation to report contributions for individuals rendering services as a primary occupation. Taxpayers are required to submit

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Ukraine: Tax Implications and Compliance for Families of Deceased Ukrainian Military Servicemembers

On 13 August 2026, the State Tax Service of Ukraine issued a public clarification addressing the tax obligations and potential exemptions available to families of deceased military servicemembers, a topic of significant relevance given the country’s security situation. The guidance, formulated in accordance with the Tax Code of Ukraine and the Law on Status and

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North Macedonia: UJP Unveils e-Invoice System to Banking Sector in Joint MBA Workshop

As of 13 August 2026, the Public Revenue Administration (UJP) of the Republic of North Macedonia, in partnership with the Macedonian Banking Association (MBA), convened a high‑level workshop to introduce the forthcoming national e‑Invoice platform to the banking sector. The gathering formed part of the Implementation Plan for the 2025‑2027 Tax Administration Modernisation Strategy and

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Lithuania: Lithuania Updates PIT Article 21(3) Commentary on Tax Exemptions

On 13 August 2026, the Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) announced an amendment to the consolidated explanation (commentary) of Article 21(3) of the Law on Personal Income Tax (PIT). The update follows the provisions of the Tax Administration Law (MAĮ) Article 25(1)(2) and incorporates changes from the 16 December 2025 amendments to the PIT Law

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Czech Republic: QR Code Tax Payments – Streamline Revenue Collection for Businesses

A new QR‑code payment system allows taxpayers to generate dynamic payment codes directly from the tax authority’s website, enabling instant bank transfers. Key Takeaways QR codes can be created instantly on the portal, reducing reliance on traditional bank details. Payments are processed in real time, improving state cash flow. Each transaction is logged, simplifying audit

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