- Since 2010, there has been much discussion about the requirements for a fixed establishment (vi) in VAT
- The concept of vi has been codified in an EU regulation, leading to many questions and uncertainties
- Tax authorities in different countries use the vi concept to assert their taxing rights, sometimes with low thresholds
- The risk of double taxation falls on taxpayers in these cases
- The vi in VAT is characterized by durability and suitable structure for services or performances
- There is debate about whether the personnel requirement for vi is still relevant in the digital age
- The author argues against lowering the threshold for vi and emphasizes the importance of legal certainty for taxpayers.
Source: taxlive.nl
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