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    Tuesday, 10 March 2026

    7 articles · about 1 hour ago

    Today's VAT news highlights key developments in European taxation, including updates on e-invoicing standards and significant rulings from the VAT Tribunal. Additionally, several countries are reassessing their tax policies, with Italy considering fuel excise cuts and travel businesses facing important distinctions between agent and principal VAT classifications. These updates underscore the complexity and evolving nature of VAT regulations in Europe.

    Philippines

    E-invoicing in the Philippines from January 2027: The Complete Guide

    The Invoicing Hub · about 1 hour ago

    The Philippines will require structured e‑invoicing for large taxpayers and e‑commerce businesses from 1 January 2027, with the first phase of the mandate taking effect on 31 December 2026. The requirement is based on the TRAIN Law and BIR Revenue Regulation 011‑2025, but specific structured formats have yet to be defined. A second phase is expected later in 2027 to extend the mandate to all businesses and mandate transmission via a central platform.

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    Denmark

    Denmark details plans for a new Nemhandel BIS 4 e-invoicing standard

    The Invoicing Hub · about 1 hour ago

    Denmark has cancelled the planned OIOUBL 3.0 rollout and announced a new Nemhandel BIS 4 e‑invoicing standard based on EN 16931 and Peppol BIS 4.0. The transition will occur in phases from 2026 to 2030, including a shift to an opt‑out registration model and the final phase of the Digital Bookkeeping Act in 2026.

    United Kingdom

    Charge My Street VAT Tribunal ruling explained

    Crowe · about 5 hours ago

    On 9 March 2026 the First‑Tier Tribunal ruled that the reduced 5% VAT rate on electricity applies to public EV charging points, extending the domestic rate to these supplies. The decision is based on the 1,000 kWh per customer per month threshold and could allow charging providers to claim refunds for up to four years. The ruling is not yet legally binding until HMRC accepts it or the case is finalized.

    Italy

    Italy weighs fuel excise cuts as oil above $100 boosts VAT receipts

    VatCalc · about 20 hours ago

    Italy is reviewing the activation of its "mobile excise" mechanism to offset the VAT windfall caused by rising fuel prices, after oil prices surged above $100 per barrel on 9 March 2026. The government is considering cutting fixed excise duties to balance the increased VAT receipts generated by higher pump prices.

    United Kingdom

    Agent or Principal? Why This VAT Distinction Matters for Travel Businesses

    LinkedIn Article by Laura Chipp · about 22 hours ago

    The article explains how the VAT classification of a travel business as an agent or principal determines whether VAT is charged on the full travel supply or only on the intermediary commission. It outlines the key contractual and commercial factors that influence this classification and highlights the financial implications for finance teams, including VAT accounting, input VAT recovery, and the applicability of the Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS).

    France

    Usage-Based Billing VAT Issues Mean Tax Teams Must Engage Early

    Bloomberg Tax · 1 day ago

    The article explains how usage‑based billing models—common in AI and SaaS—create complex VAT timing issues. It outlines when VAT is due for prepaid credits, hybrid pricing, tiered discounts, and the risks of delayed data processing. Tax teams are urged to embed VAT rules into billing workflows early to avoid compliance gaps.

    Denmark

    Denmark to introduce zero VAT on books and scrap coffee and chocolate taxes

    VatCalc · 1 day ago

    Denmark’s parliament is considering Bill L125, which would abolish the coffee and chocolate consumption taxes from 1 July 2026 and introduce a 0 % VAT rate on books, e‑books and audiobooks. The bill also provides a refund mechanism for businesses to reclaim tax paid on stock held at the transition date, while earlier this year Denmark extended 25 % VAT to commercial leisure services.

    Sweden

    EU Court of Justice clarifies VAT treatment on loyalty points: discounts, not vouchers

    VatCalc · 1 day ago

    The EU Court of Justice clarified that loyalty points in the Lyko case are discounts, not vouchers, because they cannot be redeemed independently of a purchase. This means VAT is charged on the full price of the initial purchase, and redemption of points reduces the VAT base of the subsequent purchase, while unused points require no VAT adjustment. The ruling also indicates that loyalty schemes that allow independent payment are treated as vouchers, triggering VAT at redemption.

    Austria

    Austria raises Intrastat thresholds 2026

    VatCalc · 3 days ago

    Austria has increased its Intrastat reporting thresholds for 2026. From 1 January 2026, the arrivals threshold rises to €5 million per annum and the dispatch threshold to €1.2 million per annum. Statistical thresholds remain at €12 million for both arrivals and dispatches.

    Switzerland

    Swiss government presses ahead with VAT rise to fund army despite opposition

    Le News · 3 days ago

    The Swiss federal government plans to increase VAT by 0.8 percentage points over a decade (2028‑2038) to raise CHF 31 bn for defence. The proposal requires a constitutional amendment, a new armaments fund law, and a national referendum in summer 2027. Consultation ends in May, with only the Centre party supporting the measure.

    Sweden

    Temporary reduced VAT on food

    Riksdagen · 3 days ago

    Sweden’s Riksdag approved a temporary reduction of the VAT rate on food from 12% to 6% effective 1 April 2026, lasting until 31 December 2027. The change aims to support household finances during the period.

    France

    France E-Invoicing Reform 2026: Timeline, Scope & E-Reporting Explained

    Fonoa · 4 days ago

    France will enforce a comprehensive e‑invoicing and e‑reporting regime from 1 September 2026. Large and mid‑size enterprises must issue and receive electronic invoices immediately, while SMEs and micro‑enterprises will join the rollout in 2027. The reform covers domestic B2B, B2C, and cross‑border transactions, with special rules for overseas territories.

    Spain

    Business and professional associations ask for fiscal aid to implement electronic invoicing

    Forbes España · 4 days ago

    Spanish business and professional associations have called for fiscal deductions to help companies and self-employed professionals implement the new electronic invoicing and Verifactu systems, which are set to become mandatory on 1 January 2027. They argue that without such incentives, 3.3 million SMEs and 3.4 million self-employed could face a collapse in the rollout. The request is an amendment to the Royal Decree Law that maintains the 2027 deadline while seeking tax relief.

    South Africa

    E-invoicing in South Africa: what CFOs and COOs need to do now

    EY · 4 days ago

    EY discusses the e-invoicing requirements for South Africa, outlining what CFOs and COOs should consider to comply with the new digital invoicing rules.

    Belgium

    VAT Chain - provision account finally enters into force as from 1 May 2026

    Deloitte Belgium · 4 days ago

    Belgium’s VAT chain reform introduces a new VAT provision account effective 1 May 2026, replacing the current account and changing account numbers. The summer regime for late filing will be abolished, and taxpayers can request historic VAT credits via MyMinfin. Key dates are 30 April 2026 for return submission and 1 May 2026 for the new account and credit transfer.

    Mexico

    Mexico’s E‑Invoicing Regulations Explained: Scope, Formats, and Penalties

    Vertex, Inc. · 4 days ago

    Mexico’s e‑invoicing regime, governed by the CFDI XML format (Anexo 20, version 4.0), applies universally to all taxpayers and covers B2B, B2C, and B2G transactions with no turnover threshold. The 2026 tax reform tightens authenticity checks, expands SAT enforcement powers, and imposes fines of 5–10 % of invoice value for non‑compliance.

    South Africa

    High court strips Finance Minister of power to hike VAT rate alone

    SABC News · 4 days ago

    The Western Cape High Court declared Section 7 of South Africa's VAT Act unconstitutional, ruling that the Minister of Finance cannot unilaterally raise the VAT rate. The court imposed a 12‑month period before Parliament can confirm or reject any VAT rate adjustments, and the proposed 1% increase announced in the 2025 Budget Speech was withdrawn.

    Belgium

    VAT Chain - provision account finally enters into force as from 1 May 2026

    Deloitte Belgium · 4 days ago

    Belgium’s VAT chain reform introduces a new VAT provision account effective 1 May 2026, replacing the current account and changing account numbers. Credit balances will transfer automatically if all periodic returns are filed by 30 April 2026, and the historic VAT credit can be claimed via MyMinfin. The summer regime is abolished, and the new account number BE41 6792 0036 4210 will be used for payments.

    France

    France e-reporting requirements for non-residents

    VatCalc · 4 days ago

    France’s e‑invoicing reform, which began on 1 September 2026, extends to foreign VAT‑registered businesses without a permanent establishment. These non‑resident firms must use an accredited platform to transmit e‑reporting data from September 2027, but are not required to issue French e‑invoices. Reporting is high‑frequency, with normal‑regime businesses filing three times a month and simplified‑regime businesses filing monthly.

    Germany

    Investigation Emily: EPPO strikes against criminal network behind multimillion VAT fraud involving sales of luxury cars

    EPPO · 4 days ago

    The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) launched an EU‑wide investigation into a cross‑border VAT carousel fraud scheme involving luxury cars, estimating tax damage of over €103 million. Nine suspects were detained in Czechia and Germany, with more than 150 searches carried out in nine EU countries and assets seized worth €13.5 million. The offences span the period 2017‑2025.

    Newsletter Digest

    Thursday, 5 March 2026

    5 articles · 5 days ago

    Today's VAT news highlights significant developments in tax policies and compliance regulations across various regions. Notably, countries such as Vietnam, Turkey, and the UAE are introducing changes to their VAT refund eligibility, taxation of digital assets, and e-invoicing requirements, while the European region is streamlining its customs declaration process. These updates underscore the importance of adaptability and informed decision-making for businesses navigating the evolving global tax landscape.

    Newsletter Digest

    Tuesday, 3 March 2026

    10 articles · 7 days ago

    Today's VAT news highlights key developments in tax compliance and policy across various regions. Notable stories include the evaluation of a consumption tax cut in Japan and a tax tribunal ruling in Europe to reduce VAT on public EV charging to five per cent. Additionally, the increasing role of Artificial Intelligence in VAT and ongoing discussions on GST rationalisation in the APAC region are also under the spotlight.

    Newsletter Digest

    Thursday, 26 February 2026

    13 articles · 12 days ago

    Today's VAT news highlights key developments across multiple regions, including updates on tax implications for hospices in Europe and employee benefit captives in Mexico. Regional tax changes are also in focus, with British Columbia broadening its Provincial Sales Tax in Canada and the European Union releasing its latest indirect tax update. Additionally, a significant update to the VAT threshold has been announced in Africa, marking the first change since 2009.

    Newsletter Digest

    Tuesday, 24 February 2026

    9 articles · 14 days ago

    Today's VAT news highlights key developments in Europe and the Americas, including Croatia's efforts to combat inflation through extended reduced VAT rates on energy and significant court cases that may impact the fund industry and VAT exemptions. Additionally, experts weigh in on the effectiveness of GST credit adjustments in Canada and the intersection of gender policy and competition law in Austria. These updates underscore the complex and evolving nature of VAT regulations and their far-reaching implications.

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