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EU’s VIES platform to be phased out under ViDA

The EU’s current VAT Information Exchange System (VIES), which helps taxpayers to validate EU VAT numbers, will be phased out in 2032 to be replaced by a new ‘Central VIES’ database. As part of the Digital Reporting Requirements (DRR) pillar of the EU’s landmark VAT

5 European e-invoicing updates confirmed in April

As digital tax compliance continues to advance across Europe, e-invoicing is becoming a central component of VAT reform. Designed to tackle fraud, boost transparency, and streamline reporting, structured electronic invoicing is being rolled out at pace. In 2025, several countries are making progress, with implementation

South Africa’s VAT hike

A long-standing debate finally settled? South Africa’s fiscal landscape is undergoing significant changes, with the government’s decision to incrementally increase the VAT rate over the next two years. As announced in Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2025 Budget Speech, the VAT rate will rise from the

Qatar VAT is coming: What businesses need to do now

Qatar is on the brink of a major tax reform. With VAT set to rollout in 2025, businesses must act now in preparation. Companies that wait too long risk operational disruptions, financial penalties, and compliance headaches. The good news? Lessons from other GCC countries can

How Countries Are Cracking Down on VAT and GST Fraud in 2025

A Global Challenge in 2025 VAT and GST fraud continues to be a significant challenge for tax authorities worldwide. As fraudsters develop new schemes, governments respond with innovative solutions to close loopholes, improve compliance, and recover lost tax revenues. In 2025, several countries have introduced

March 2025 Tax Headlines: Global VAT News

Here is our round-up of all the newest tax snippets from March 2025 – featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world. Bahamas The Bahamas government proposes VAT reduction on unprepared food from 10% to 5 which will take effect on