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Albania: Albania Unveils 2027 Fiscal Package Targeting VAT and Penalties

The Albanian Ministry of Finance and Economy published the draft 2027 Fiscal Package on October 27, 2026, outlining structural tax reforms scheduled for parliamentary debate before year-end. The package centers on three pillars: consumption tax broadening via the VAT threshold reduction (Decree No. 822), enhanced enforcement through revised penalty regimes under Law No. 9920/2008 on

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Ireland: 7 Nov 2026: Second MTD ITSA Quarterly Deadline & Support

HMRC reminds taxpayers and agents that the second quarterly update deadline for MTD ITSA is 7 November 2026 for those with qualifying income over £50,000 who joined the mandate from April 2026. This covers the quarter ending 30 September 2026. HMRC has enhanced support arrangements including a dedicated MTD ITSA helpline, extended webchat hours, and

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Spain: Spain Tax Calendar: November 2026 Filing Deadlines for Returns

On 27 October 2026, the Spanish Tax Agency (Agencia Tributaria) updated the taxpayer calendar to detail all tax returns and self-assessments with filing deadlines falling in November 2026. This annual calendar is a critical compliance tool for resident and non-resident taxpayers, corporate entities, and tax professionals managing Spanish tax obligations. The November period typically includes

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Ireland: UK Autumn Budget 2026 Announced for Tomorrow 28 October

On 27 October 2026, the UK Government confirmed the Autumn Budget 2026 will be delivered by the Chancellor on 28 October 2026. This pre-Budget briefing outlines the key areas expected to be addressed: corporation tax roadmap post-Pillar Two, MTD ITSA expansion timeline, capital gains tax reform, inheritance tax thresholds, and green taxation measures. The Office

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Ukraine: Enemy Shelling Damages Tax Inspectorate Building in Kharkiv Region

On 27 October 2026, the State Tax Service reported that a tax inspectorate building in the Kharkiv region sustained damage as a result of enemy shelling. No casualties among STS personnel were reported. The STS has activated business continuity protocols: taxpayers previously serviced by the affected office are redirected to neighboring inspectorates and the Electronic

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Belgium: Belgium Social Contributions Q4 2026: Updated Rates and Compliance Rules

On 27 October 2026, the Belgian National Social Security Office (ONSS/RSZ) released the official contribution rates and ceilings for the fourth quarter of 2026. This quarterly update is mandatory for all employers and payroll processors to ensure accurate withholding of employee and employer social security contributions. The publication covers standard sectors, specific regimes for artists,

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Denmark: Denmark 2027 Preliminary Tax Assessment Opens 24 November

On 27 October 2026, the Danish Tax Agency announced that the preliminary income assessment (forskudsopgørelse) for the 2027 tax year will open on 24 November 2026. Approximately 5.5 million taxpayers will gain access to their draft assessments via the TastSelv digital platform. The preliminary assessment projects monthly tax withholdings based on expected income and deductions.

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Ireland: Irish Revenue Updates Stamp Duty Consanguinity Relief Guidance

Irish Revenue published updated guidance on 27 October 2026 concerning Stamp Duty Consanguinity Relief (Section 96 Finance Act 2009, as amended). The relief provides a reduced stamp duty rate of 1% (instead of the standard 7.5% residential rate) on transfers of residential property between certain family members (spouses, civil partners, parents, children, grandparents, grandchildren, siblings).

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Ukraine: STS Launches Analytical Dashboard for Single Tax Third Group

On 27 October 2026, the State Tax Service launched a new analytical dashboard dedicated to the “Single Tax – Third Group” (simplified taxation regime for individual entrepreneurs). The dashboard, accessible via the STS Pulse service, provides real-time data on the number of registered payers, revenue trends, tax collections, and sectoral distribution across regions. This tool

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Greece: Greece Clarifies 2026 Single Aid Application Document Requirements

On 27 October 2026, AADE published detailed clarifications regarding the supporting documents required for the 2026 Single Application for Aid (Ενιαία Αίτηση Ενίσχυσης) under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). The guidance addresses frequent errors and omissions identified in previous years, specifying acceptable evidence for land eligibility, farmer status, and compliance with cross-compliance rules. The Single

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