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May 2026 tax headlines: Global VAT news

Here is our round-up of all the newest tax snippets from May 2026 - featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world. Germany Germany’s Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) has updated the VAT treatment of German VAT Groups (Organschaft). The new

Uganda’s e-invoicing success story: 150% compliance surge

Uganda has emerged as one of the most compelling real-world examples of how digital tax transformation can reshape compliance. Through its Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS), the country has reportedly achieved a dramatic 150% increase in VAT compliance, positioning itself as a model

Technical details threaten harmonisation of ViDA

For the past few years, most of the discussion has been about direction, what the EU is trying to achieve and how the three pillars fit together. That part is now largely settled. What’s happening now, based on the recent expert group discussions, is much

UAE launches optional B2B 4-corner Peppol framework

On 21st April 2026, the United Arab Emirates formally launched an optional B2B 4-corner Peppol e-invoicing framework. This development marks the transition from planning to execution in the UAE’s broader move toward a fully digital, real-time reporting ecosystem. What is a 4-corner e-invoicing model? The

April 2026 tax headlines: global VAT news

Here is our round-up of all the newest tax snippets from April 2026 - featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world. Sweden VAT on food and drinks in stores are now reduced from 12% to 6% until December 2026.. Food

Spain approves mandatory B2B e-invoicing

On 24th March 2026, the Spanish Council of Ministers approved a Royal Decree introducing mandatory e-invoicing for B2B transactions between companies. The reform implements part of the Crea y Crece Law, which aims to reduce late payments, improve payment transparency, and accelerate digitalisation. While Spain