Netherlands, Sweden sign new tax treaty
The Netherlands government has announced that it has signed a new income tax treaty with Sweden on 24 June 2026. This new tax treaty replaces the 1991 agreement between the two countries to align with both countries' current tax policy
See MoreGermany updates CRS participating jurisdictions list for 2026
The German Federal Central Tax Office (BZSt) has announced the publication of the final list of participating jurisdictions for the automatic exchange of financial account information under the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) for the 2026 reporting
See MoreSlovak Republic to automatically assign tax IDs to NGOs for 2027 e-invoicing
The Slovak Republicโs Financial Administration announced on 23 June 2026 that non-governmental organisations will receive automatic tax identification numbers (TIN) to prepare for mandatory electronic invoicing beginning in 2027. Approximately
See MoreUkraine: Cabinet of Ministers approves 27-29 budget declaration
Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers issued Resolution No. 793 on 17 June 2026, approving the budget declaration for 2027โ2029, which includes a broad package of tax measures aimed at increasing budget revenues, strengthening tax administration and
See MoreBelgium: EUR 3 duty on low-value e-commerce imports from non-EU countries takes effect
Belgiumโs tax authority, the Federal Public Service (SPF) Finance, announced on 23 June 2026 that, from 1 July 2026, new European regulations concerning online purchases of goods from non-EU countries valued up to EUR 150 come into effect. A flat
See MoreItaly finalises implementation of DAC8 crypto-asset reporting framework
Italy's Revenue Agency has finalised implementation of DAC8 (Directive (EU) 2023/2226) through a provision signed on 22 June 2026 by Director Vincenzo Carbone. The new rules establish mandatory registration and reporting obligations for
See MoreCyprus extends deadline for 2025 individual tax filing period
The Cyprus Tax Department announced on 18 June 2026 that it has activated the TAXISnet System for 2025 Individual Income Tax Return submissions at https://taxisnet.mof.gov.cy. Under Council of Ministers Decree K.D.P. 52/2025, employees,
See MoreFinland consults proposed comprehensive tax reforms to boost household incomes, work incentives
Finland's Ministry of Finance has initiated a public consultation on sweeping amendments to income taxation and the Income Tax Act, designed to strengthen purchasing power and encourage employment. The package targets a EUR 230 million reduction in
See MoreMonacoโUAE tax treaty enters into force
The income tax treaty between Monaco and the UAE entered into force on 12 June 2026. Signed in Dubai on 13 November 2021, the agreement is intended to eliminate double taxation between the two jurisdictions while strengthening measures to prevent
See MoreGermany: Federal Council approves tax advisory reforms, anti-profit shifting measures
The German Federal Council (Bundesrat) approved the Ninth Act Amending Provisions in Tax Consultancy Law and Tax Law on 11 June 2026. The legislation introduces a broad package of administrative, procedural and substantive tax measures designed
See MoreRussia: Central Bank of Russia cuts key rate by 25 basis points
The Central Bank of Russia (CBR)โs Directors decided to cut the key rate by 25 basis points to 14.25% per annum on 19 June 2026. The CBRโs key interest rate is applied in calculating interest deductions and the interest on late payment of
See MoreUK: HMRC clarifies electricity generator levy increase to 55% from July 2026
The UKโs HM Revenue & Customs has published a policy paper providing clarification of the increase in the Electricity Generator Levy (EGL) on 17 June 2026. As previously announced, the EGL rate will rise from 45% to 55% with effect from 1
See MoreNew tax treaty between Argentina, Austria enters into force
The new income and capital tax treaty between Argentina and Austria, signed on 6 December 2019, went into effect on 12 June 2026, replacing the 1979 agreement that terminated on 1 January 2009. The treaty governs taxation of corporate profits,
See MoreItaly sets 2026 conventional wages for expatriate workers
Italy has gazetted the Decree of 29 May 2026 on 11 June 2026, establishing the 2026 conventional remuneration levels used for both social security contributions and income tax calculations for Italian workers employed abroad. The decree, adopted
See MoreSwitzerland: Parliament approves VAT hike to support AHV pension costs
Switzerland's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment that will allow an increase in Value Added Tax (VAT) rates from 2028 to help finance the country's newly introduced 13th monthly pension payment under the Old-Age and Survivors'
See MoreLuxembourg clarifies Pillar Two compliance, registration, transitional requirements
Luxembourgโs Administration of Direct Contributions (ACD), on 17 June 2026, published a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document providing further guidance on the implementation of the Pillar Two Law of 22 December 2023 on minimum effective
See MoreSlovak Republic to sign new income tax treaty with Sri Lanka
The government of the Slovak Republic has approved the signing of a new income tax treaty with Sri Lanka via Resolution 251/2026 on 17 June 2026. The agreement is intended to eliminate double taxation, strengthen economic cooperation, and curb
See MoreSlovak Republic to sign new income tax treaty with Egypt
The government of the Slovak Republic approved the signing of a new income tax treaty with Egypt via Resolution 252/2026 on 17 June 2026. The agreement is intended to eliminate double taxation, enhance economic cooperation, and combat tax evasion
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