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MLI: 67 countries sign new tax treaty
Supporters of the MLI claim that it will increase the proceeds from taxes by at least $100 billion.
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Germany: Threshold for simplified invoices rises to €250 in New Year
Germany: New legislation designed to reduce administrative burdens and simplify tax rules is to be introduced. The new legislation raises the threshold for simplified invoices from €150 to €250.
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VAT: Rules on supply and installation
Supply of goods with installation services is treated as a single VATable transaction. This generally triggers an obligation to register for VAT.
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Russia prepares new tax-free system
It is expected that the tax-free system will start operating from 1 October 2017, initially in Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and Sochi.
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Spain introduces new Immediate Information Supply System (SII)
The AEAT was formally announced in Royal Decree 596/2016 of 2 December and its entry into force has been approved with effect on 1 July 2017.
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How hard is a Hard Brexit?
What will a Hard Brexit mean for you and your business? Learn more.
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A short guide to distance selling
Distance selling is the term used to describe when goods are sold from a supplier in one EU member state to a customer in another member state who is not...
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VAT legislation in Malta
The standard VAT rate in Malta is 18%. However, certain exemptions apply.
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German courts simplify VAT correction procedures
German Courts recently considered a case in which a UK business leased space at trade fairs in Germany. The business incorrectly charged German VAT.
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EU sets deadline for VAT refunds : Applications must be filed by 30 June
From 1 July 2016 non-EU businesses must file applications electronically. Businesses must still submit the original invoices and import notices.
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Italy: ‘Flat tax’ for new residents introduced
Details of a scheme for foreigners wishing to take advantage of the country’s new flat tax on foreign income have been released.
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What does Italy’s new flat tax mean for you?
What does Italy's new flat tax rate mean for you and your business? HLB's Marco Gragnoli explains everything.