Italy, Belgium and Cyprus are among the EU countries that have confirmed that UK companies will not need a fiscal representative for VAT registration. UK businesses will welcome the news. Clarity on VAT registration and
The UK is introducing a new domestic VAT reverse charge process for the construction industry from 1 March 2021. The new regulations change the way contractors must manage VAT, under certain conditions. In terms of
A Dutch court of appeal has upheld a ruling that Deliveroo drivers are effectively employees and not independent contractors. The lawsuit was initially filed by Dutch trade union FNV. In the 2019 lower court ruling,
UK MPs have called for reduced VAT on energy-efficient home improvements. The parliamentary Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) recommends incentives to promote enhanced home insulation and more efficient heating, as well as steps to make electric
Thailand is implementing digital services VAT from 1 September 2021. Non-resident companies providing online services to customers in Thailand will be liable for 7% VAT. The VAT registration threshold is 1.8 million Baht per annum.
The UK government is not planning to extend VAT relief measures aimed at supporting the hospitality sector. UK hospitality sector VAT had been cut from 20% to 5% to provide a lifeline to the industry
VAT compliance often seems like an abstract matter. Something for the accounts team to work out as they crunch the numbers. For small businesses, however, sharp shifts in VAT requirements can have massive real life
UK tax authorities have updated guidance on UK VAT compliance and registering for VAT in the UK. According to HMRC guidelines, you are obliged to register for VAT in the UK if you are: A
Switzerland has introduced mandatory e-filing of VAT returns. As of 1 January 2021, any business registered for VAT in Switzerland must file VAT returns electronically. Swiss authorities have established an electronic system which allows for
Greece has announced that it will start implementing mandatory e-invoicing and e-books from 1 April 2021. Greece had previously intended to implement mandatory e-books submission in 2020. According to Greek authorities, they are delaying implementation