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VAT in the Digital Age: Where Do We Stand? EU Reforms and Future Directions

  • EU’s VAT reforms in the digital age did not receive political agreement at the ECOFIN meeting on May 14
  • Estonia vetoed the proposal, seeking a compromise on voluntary obligations for digital platforms
  • ECOFIN approved two pillars of the reform: digital reporting obligations and single VAT registration
  • Revised ViDA proposals and new timeline were discussed, with agreements on electronic invoicing and anti-fraud measures
  • Minor changes to the 2021 e-commerce package were scheduled for January 2026
  • Single VAT registration and platform economy measures were set for July 2027, including adjustments to short-term rental definitions and exceptions for certain providers

Source: ayming.fr

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