Sweden reviews DAC9 implementation for EU tax reporting
Sweden’s Ministry of Finance released a memorandum on 2 December 2024, outlining proposed changes to the Directive on Administrative Cooperation (DAC9) to streamline multinational enterprises' tax reporting under the EU Minimum Taxation Directive
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Costa Rica extends deadline for e-invoicing changes
Costa Rica’s Ministry of Finance has announced in bulletin CP-08-2025 of 11 February 2025, that the deadline to implement amendments to electronic invoices (e-invoices) version 4.4 under resolution MH-DGT-RES-0027-2024 has been extended to 1
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EU Parliament approves positive opinion on DAC9
The European Parliament has adopted its opinion on the proposal to amend the Directive on Administrative Cooperation (2011/16), known as DAC, on 12 February 2025. The proposal seeks to simplify filing and reduce the administrative burden for MNEs
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Cyprus further extends deadlines for 2022 tax returns, transaction reports
The Cyprus Tax Department announced, on 12 February 2025, that it has further extended deadlines for submitting the annual company income tax return and the summary information table (SIT) on controlled transactions for the 2022 tax year. The
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France updates interest rate caps for shareholder loan deductions for FY ending between December 24 and March 25
The French tax authority has published new interest rates for determining the deductibility of interest payments to shareholders on 12 February 2025. The fiscal year-end period and the corresponding applicable rates are as follows: Fiscal
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Turkey introduces guide on simple method business income taxation
Turkey’s Ministry of Treasury and Finance has released an updated guide on the Simple Method of Taxation for business income, aimed at individuals engaged in business activities under Article 20/A of the Individual Income Tax Law (IITL). This
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UAE publishes details of domestic minimum top-up tax law
The UAE Ministry of Finance has published a copy of Cabinet Decision No. 142 of 2024, detailing the country’s Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (UAE DMTT) law. The Decision enacted a DMTT for multinational enterprises (MNEs). This measure aligns with
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Czech Republic gazettes tax break extension for Ukraine donations
The Czech Republic has published Law 24/2025 in the Official Gazette on 10 February 2025, a legislation that extends the enhanced tax deduction for donations sent to Ukraine. Under Law 24/2025, individuals and corporations can deduct up to 30% of
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China revises tax residency certificate rules
China's State Administration of Taxation has released Announcement No. 4 of 2025 outlining revised rules and procedures for obtaining a "Certificate of Tax Residency" for enterprises and individuals. The Announcement No. 4 of 2025 will take
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Australia: Parliament passes tax incentives for hydrogen, critical minerals production
Australia’s House of Representatives has approved the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Bill 2024 on 11 February 2025. Earlier, the bill was passed by the Senate, meaning the legislation has passed both
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Colombia issues new reporting rules for digital platform operators
Colombia’s Directorate of Taxes and Customs (DIAN) has introduced Resolution 199 of 2024 on 19 December 2024, mandating digital platform operators to submit information. Reports must be submitted electronically every year by the last business
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El Salvador raises interest rates for late tax payments
El Salvador's Ministry of Finance has raised interest rates for late tax payments applicable from 1 February to 31 July 2025. The annual interest rate is set at 7.99% (up from 7.53%) and will increase to 11.99% (up from 11.53%) if payment is
See MoreAustralia: Senate passes tax incentives for hydrogen, critical minerals production
Australia’s Senate has passed the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Bill 2024 with amendments, proposes refundable tax offsets for hydrogen and critical minerals production while empowering Indigenous Business
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Lithuania updates corporate and dividend tax rates for 2025
Lithuania's State Tax Inspectorate has announced changes to tax rates that will take effect on 1 January 2025. The corporate income tax rate will increase to 16%. Small companies, defined as those with fewer than 10 employees and annual income not
See MoreUAE introduces domestic minimum top-up tax for multinational enterprises
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Decision No. 142 of 2024 on the introduction of the Top-up Tax for Multinational Enterprises, providing further details on the UAE Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (UAE DMTT) on 9 December
See MoreOECD highlights Kazakhstan’s tax reforms, plans for Pillar Two solution
The OECD has published a case study on tax and development highlighting Kazakhstan’s enhanced ability to combat tax avoidance. The case study showcases Kazakhstan’s notable achievements, emphasizing key milestones such as: Signed and
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OECD releases latest Pillar Two compliance insights
The OECD has released essential guidance on implementing the Pillar 2 GloBE rules on 15 January 2025. Jurisdictions implementing Pillar 2 must calculate an MNE’s tax liability using their local legislation, which may differ from calculations
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UK: HMRC reduces interest rates for late payments, overpayments
The UK's tax authority, His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), has announced a reduction in interest rates for late payments and overpayments of taxes: The new rates are 7% for late payments and 3.5% for overpayments. This development follows
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