- Germany will introduce reforms to external audit procedures starting January 1st, 2025
- Audit orders must be issued within a specific timeframe after tax assessment completion
- Suspension of tax assessment deadlines due to audits will have a five-year limit
- Taxpayers may face fines for non-compliance with audit requests
- Errors found in audits must be corrected not only for the audited period but also for future periods
- Reforms aim to accelerate audits, improve compliance, and emphasize the need for effective Tax Compliance Management System
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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