Europe

Tax control action on VAT payers focused on acquisition of passenger cars used exclusively for business (06.07.2026)

The Financial Administration has launched a nationwide inspection campaign targeting VAT‑registered entities that have purchased passenger vehicles used solely for business purposes. The primary objective is to verify the correct calculation of input tax deductions, confirm compliance with reporting obligations, and ensure that vehicles are indeed used exclusively for taxable activities. Inspectors will examine purchase

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Planned maintenance of the OpenData portal – 07.07.2026

The Financial Administration announces a scheduled maintenance window for the OpenData portal on 7 July 2026, running from 09:00 to 13:00. During this period the portal will be temporarily taken offline, affecting access to existing datasets, API key generation and all API calls. The maintenance is necessary to perform essential upgrades, improve system stability, and

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Transition to electronic invoicing will be even more accessible for public administration and large enterprises (06.07.2026)

The Financial Administration highlighted recent expansions of the network of certified electronic invoicing service providers, known as ‘digitálni poštári’. As of the end of June 2026, 44 providers have obtained certification, and an additional 10 are currently undergoing the accreditation process. This growth makes it considerably easier for public sector entities and large private companies

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Financial Administration warns of another wave of fraud using emails, SMS or fake websites (06.07.2026)

The Financial Administration has issued a public warning about a renewed surge of fraudulent schemes that employ email, SMS or counterfeit websites to impersonate the tax authority. Scammers typically claim that recipients have outstanding tax debts, are eligible for tax refunds, or must provide personal banking details to avoid penalties. The messages often include urgent

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The Spanish Tax Agency has refunded more than 9.3 billion euros to 12,953,000 taxpayers at the close of the Income Tax Campaign.

The Spanish Tax Agency announced that, as of the end of the 2025 Income Tax Campaign, it had refunded more than €9.3 billion to over 12.9 million taxpayers. This massive refund represents the total amount of €5.71 billion that had already been returned to taxpayers before the opening of in‑person services at tax offices, indicating an accelerated payment

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Resolutions on the organization and allocation of functions in the areas of Customs and Special Taxes and Financial and Tax Inspection

On 3 July 2026, the Official State Gazette (BOE) published two resolutions issued by the Presidency of the State Tax Administration Agency (AEAT). These resolutions amend the internal organization and the attribution of functions within the Customs and Special Taxes division as well as the Financial and Tax Inspection division. The changes aim to streamline

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Risks of counterfeit branded goods: financial loss and health hazards (03.07.2026)

The Financial Administration issued a warning about the dangers associated with purchasing counterfeit branded products from unverified online shops, social media platforms or street markets. Such items, often sold at unusually low prices, may not only result in financial loss but also pose serious health risks, especially when they include cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, or children’s toys.

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Restriction of operation at Tax Office Prešov – 07.07.2026

The Tax Office in Prešov will experience a partial suspension of electricity supply on 7 July 2026, from 08:00 to 15:00. The outage affects the administrative building located at Hviezdoslavova 7 and will limit the office’s operational capacity for the duration of the interruption. During this period, certain services, including document processing and client consultations,

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Tax Administration has sent reminders via text message

The Finnish Tax Administration (Vero) announced that it has begun sending automatic text‑message reminders to taxpayers who have pending tax obligations or missing documentation. The messages uniquely identify each recipient and include a link to the e‑service portal where the taxpayer can view the specific issue, such as an outstanding preliminary tax assessment or a

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Tax authority informs about conducting a direct phone line

The Belarusian tax authority has announced the schedule for an upcoming direct phone line session to address citizen inquiries regarding tax procedures. This initiative aims to provide immediate assistance to taxpayers facing complex issues, offering personalized guidance on matters such as tax declarations, payment deadlines, and compliance requirements. The phone line will operate during specific

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