Europe

Russia: FNS Russia Clarifies Procedures for Tax Notifications Received by Pilots

On 11 August 2026, FNS clarified the procedure for pilots to receive tax notifications regarding their aviation activities. The guidance outlines the categories of income subject to reporting, the required documentation, and the timeline for issuance of tax notices. It also explains the appeal process if a pilot contests the assessed tax liability. Key Takeaways

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Slovakia: Financial Administration Implements Infrastructure Improvement Projects

The Financial Administration reports that on 11 August 2026, between 16:00 and 19:00, infrastructure improvement works will be carried out on the IS FS system. The works aim to enhance the stability, security and performance of the administration’s digital platforms, including the e‑invoice module, taxpayer portals and customs information systems. During the three‑hour window users

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Ukraine: Kherson Region Contributes Nearly UAH 3.2 Billion to State Budget

On 11 August 2026, the State Tax Service’s Kherson regional office announced that tax revenues transferred to the State Budget from the region reached nearly UAH 3.2 billion for January–July 2026. The amount includes corporate income tax, VAT, excise duties, and other national taxes collected from taxpayers operating in the region. Key Takeaways Revenue Recovery

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Lithuania: Lithuania Updates VAT Rules for Business Gifts and Promotional Items 2026

Lithuania revised VAT treatment for business gifts and promotional items effective 2026, updating thresholds and documentation requirements under EU Directive 2006/112. The changes clarify deductibility limits for gifts exceeding 43 euros and mandate electronic records for transactions above specified amounts. Key Takeaways Gift Threshold Clarification: VAT deductibility limited to gifts valued under 43 euros per

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Slovakia: Financial Administration and Tax Advisors Collaborate to Clarify Tax Rules

The Financial Administration of the Slovak Republic and the Slovak Chamber of Tax Advisors (SKDP) have signed a Code of Communicative Platform establishing rules for systematic cooperation between the tax administration and the professional public. The agreement aims to open problematic topics early, before divergent interpretations of tax legislation lead to practical problems for taxpayers.

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Ukraine: Over UAH 1.4 Billion in Taxes Directed to Kherson Communities

On 11 August 2026, the State Tax Service reported that local budgets in Kherson region received more than UAH 1.4 billion in tax revenues during the first seven months of 2026. These funds come from personal income tax, unified tax, land tax, and property tax allocated to municipal budgets. Key Takeaways Community-Level Fiscal Support: The

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Ukraine: Kharkiv Region Remits Over UAH 31.8 Billion to State Budget in Seven Months

On 11 August 2026, the Main Directorate of the State Tax Service in Kharkiv region published data showing that taxpayers transferred over UAH 31.8 billion to the State Budget for January–July 2026. The region remains one of Ukraine’s largest tax contributors, driven by its industrial base, IT sector, and higher education institutions. Key Takeaways Top-Tier

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Greece: AADE Opens Basic Support Scheme Submission System for 2026 Viability

AADE activated the online submission system for basic income support rights transfers for the 2026 viability year, allowing eligible beneficiaries to file claims electronically. The platform aims to accelerate benefit disbursement and reduce administrative errors in social tax schemes. Key Takeaways New online system launched for basic income support rights transfers for 2026 viability year.

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Ukraine: Rivne Region Collects Nearly UAH 1.2 Billion Unified Tax for Local Budgets

On 11 August 2026, the State Tax Service in Rivne region announced that the simplified tax system (unified tax) yielded nearly UAH 1.2 billion for local budgets in January–July 2026. The unified tax is paid by small enterprises and sole proprietors opting for simplified regimes. Key Takeaways Small Business Contribution: The UAH 1.2 billion highlights

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Ukraine: Rivne Taxpayers Pay Over UAH 10 Billion PIT in First Seven Months

On 11 August 2026, the Rivne regional tax office reported that personal income tax (PIT) payments from the region exceeded UAH 10 billion for January–July 2026. The result reflects strong formal employment and effective payroll tax withholding across the region’s enterprises. Key Takeaways Significant PIT Base: Over UAH 10 billion in PIT demonstrates a sizable

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