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The indirect tax space is busy, so we’ve rounded up the latest tax snippets from the last two months – featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world.
EU
From 1st July 2026, the EU has been appling a temporary €3 customs duty per item on low-value consignments (up to €150) imported from outside the EU, abolishing the duty exemption applicable.
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom government have confirmed that the electronic procurement system Peppol will be the core interoperability network for e-invoicing in 2029.
Poland
The Ministry of Finance have confirmed the fuel VAT cut from 21% to 8% rate ended on 30th June 2026.
Austria
Essential food items have been cut from 10% to 4.9%.
Spain
Spain implemented a temporary 10% VAT cut on fuel to counter inflation. The measure ended on 30th June 2026.
Denmark
Denmark introduced a zero-rate VAT on books, e-books and audiobooks effective 1st July 2026, dropping the previous 25% tax.
Nigeria
It’s been confirmed by the Nigerian tax authority that the second wave of e-invoicing and e-reporting is mandatory from 1st July 20236. There will be a six-month soft landing on penalties.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar introduced a 15% transaction tax on goods from 15th July 2026, which then rises to 17% within two years.
Argentina
Tax authorities have expanded e-invoicing obligations to include financial institutions, insurance companies, credit card providers, prepaid heath plans and educational institutions.
Ireland
A reduction from 13,5% to 9% on food, catering and hairdressing services.
