Netflix to pay nearly €56 million in taxes...
Netflix to pay nearly €56 million in taxes in Italy Understanding Netflix’s €56 Million Tax Payment in Italy Netflix has agreed to pay €55.8 million to settle a tax dispute with Italian authorities. Investigators in Italy argued that the streaming giant was in breach of tax rules. However, Netflix says it believes it has complied […]
VAT Compliance: A Guide Essential Guide to Meeting...
VAT Compliance: A Guide Essential Guide to Meeting VAT Compliance Obligations VAT compliance is an ongoing process. That’s important for any business to bear in mind because you have VAT obligations; you need to ensure that there are systems, processes, and oversight in place to ensure that those obligations continue to be met. This is […]
Cracking the Code: Germany’s E-Invoicing Mandate and what...
Cracking the Code: Germany’s E-Invoicing Mandate and what it means for your business Understanding Germany’s E-Invoicing Mandate and Its Impact on Businesses Germany is the latest EU heavyweight to join the growing list of countries modernising their invoicing processes under the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) movement. With a phased rollout that began in January 2025, […]
International VAT Registration: A 7-Step Guide to Compliance...
International VAT Registration: A 7-Step Guide to Compliance and Success How to Navigate International VAT Registration: 7 Steps to Success Expanding into new markets is an exciting milestone for any business. But with opportunity comes responsibility, especially when it comes to Value Added Tax (VAT). Each country has its own rules on when and how foreign […]
Australia cracks down on GST refund fraud GST...
Australia cracks down on GST refund fraud GST Refund Fraud Enforcement Tightens in Australia: Key Updates The Australian Tax Office is cracking down after discovering GST refund fraud. About 40 000 people received payments after submitting fraudulent business documents. The scale of the fraud is considerable. The scam, which appears to have been widely transmitted […]
International business travel expenses: What can businesses reclaim?...
International business travel expenses: What can businesses reclaim? Reclaiming business travel expenses Businesses are often looking for additional ways to increase revenue. However, the most significant source of savings may be in plain sight – within their international travel invoices and receipts. Here’s what businesses may be eligible to reclaim from costs incurred during business […]
Peppol and E-Invoicing in Belgium: The start of...
Peppol and E-Invoicing in Belgium: The start of a Digital Transformation Introduction to the Belgium Mandate Belgium is taking a firm step towards a more transparent digital economy, being in line with the broader EU tax-digitisation efforts. The country has officially passed legislation mandating the use of structured electronic invoices for nearly all transactions between […]
Taiwan introduces new rules for online platforms and...
Taiwan introduces new rules for online platforms and Apps New Regulations in Taiwan for Online Platforms and Apps Explained Don’t disregard your digital user data; you will need it to stay VAT compliant when facilitating online sales in Taiwan this year. As of 1 January 2023, Taiwan’s National Tax Bureau has implemented new value-added […]
What is a Carousel Scheme (VAT Carousel Fraud)?...
What is a Carousel Scheme (VAT Carousel Fraud)? VAT Carousel Fraud You may have heard of it, but what is carousel scheme exactly? A carousel scheme is a sophisticated form of VAT fraud that poses a serious threat to governments’ ability to collect revenue. Carousel schemes are a complex type of missing trader fraud. Like […]
Marketplace Facilitator Laws and US Sales Tax: Impact...
Marketplace Facilitator Laws and US Sales Tax: Impact on Global E-Commerce Sellers Global e-commerce continues to expand at an unprecedented pace, but with that growth comes increasing complexity in electronic commerce taxation. One of the most significant developments in recent years is the introduction of marketplace facilitator laws across the United States. These rules have […]
Cross-Border VAT Compliance Pitfalls That Cost Finance Teams...
Cross-Border VAT Compliance Pitfalls That Cost Finance Teams Millions Expanding across borders offers tremendous opportunities for growth. However, for finance teams, international expansion often introduces one of the most complex areas of indirect taxation: cross-border VAT compliance. Value Added Tax systems are enforced in more than 170 countries worldwide, each with their own rules, […]
e-Invoicing Data Quality: Common Errors Across Jurisdictions Data...
e-Invoicing Data Quality: Common Errors Across Jurisdictions Data quality is central to modern tax compliance. With e-invoicing mandates expanding globally, invoices must meet strict technical and regulatory standards in clearance and real-time reporting systems. Even minor errors can trigger immediate rejection or penalties, as machine-readable e-invoices leave little room for interpretation once submitted to tax authorities. […]
Top Indirect Tax Compliance Services in 2026 As...
Top Indirect Tax Compliance Services in 2026 As global tax authorities accelerate digital reporting and real-time oversight, indirect tax compliance has become a growing operational priority for multinational businesses. Unlike direct taxes, indirect tax obligations, including VAT, GST, sales tax and customs duties, are transaction-driven, jurisdiction-specific and increasingly automated by governments. Errors can lead not only to […]
Vietnam VAT Refunds: Seller Declaration No Longer a...
Vietnam VAT Refunds: Seller Declaration No Longer a Barrier for Buyers VAT refunds have long been a source of frustration for businesses operating in Vietnam. Even when buyers complied fully with the law, refunds could be delayed or denied for reasons entirely outside their control. The most common issue was simple but damaging: if a supplier failed to declare […]
7 Best e-Invoicing Compliance Solutions in 2026 As...
7 Best e-Invoicing Compliance Solutions in 2026 As governments accelerate digital tax reform, e-invoicing is no longer a process improvement, it is a legal requirement. From real-time clearance models in Europe to continuous transaction controls emerging across the Middle East, businesses must now implement compliant, scalable and future-ready systems. Selecting from the best e-invoicing compliance solutions in 2026 […]
VAT on Employee Expenses: What is Recoverable and...
VAT on Employee Expenses: What is Recoverable and What Is Not Employee expenses are a necessary part of doing business. From travel and accommodation to meals, client meetings, and day-to-day operational costs, employees often incur expenses on behalf of their employer. What many businesses underestimate, however, is how much VAT sits within these costs and […]
VAT Compliance Risk in the EU: Where Companies...
VAT Compliance Risk in the EU: Where Companies Lose Control Value Added Tax (VAT) remains one of the more complex tax systems in the world. For companies trading across borders, particularly within the European Union, VAT is an integrated compliance system including registrations, reporting, invoicing, and data exchange. As the regulatory environment and digital reporting requirements continue to expand, VAT compliance risks have become a greater concern. Businesses that fail to control it face the probability of incurring penalties, reduced cash-flow, […]
VAT IT and Navan make Reclaiming VAT Easy...
VAT IT and Navan make Reclaiming VAT Easy Companies forfeit billions annually in unclaimed VAT from travel expenses, as highlighted here. Many businesses overlook this refund opportunity or struggle with its complexities, missing out on vital cash flow opportunities. Two-thirds of businesses do not explore VAT reclaims or capture just a small portion of what they could be rightfully due. That’s a costly implication, as travel and expense data holds untapped VAT potential. “The European VAT landscape […]
VAT Audit Checklist: How to Prepare VAT is...
VAT Audit Checklist: How to Prepare VAT is complex. The consequences of VAT noncompliance can be severe. Running a self-audit is one of the most effective ways to error-check your VAT compliance and ensure you are not in breach of value added tax regulations. That is critically important, because even unintentional VAT noncompliance could lead to fines, […]
Germany Expands Evidence Operations for VAT-Free Exports: What...
Germany Expands Evidence Operations for VAT-Free Exports: What Businesses Need to Know Germany Updates Rules for VAT-Free Exports: Key Business Considerations Exporting goods outside of the EU? In Germany, that can mean a 0% VAT rate, but only if the right paperwork is in place. Until now, the process has been fairly rigid, with strict […]
VAT as a Sole Trader: What to Know...
VAT as a Sole Trader: What to Know Understanding VAT as a Sole Trader: Key Rules and Responsibilities As a sole trader, managing your tax obligations can be especially tricky. You don’t have the support of an in-house finance team, and it’s hard to navigate all those complex regulations on your own. VAT (value added tax) […]
