Europe: Tax

The recent arrest of 17 individuals as part of a large-scale organised crime investigation is notable not simply because of the scale of the police operation, but because it highlights the range of financial and regulatory consequences that can follow when suspected organised crime intersects with legitimate businesses and the financial system.

A Deed of Variation allows beneficiaries to restructure estate distribution after death, potentially avoiding inheritance tax charges, recapturing wasted reliefs, increasing charitable giving, and resolving conflicts arising from outdated wills or intestacy rules. Understanding when and how to use this powerful tool can save families significant tax liabilities while ensuring assets reach their intended recipients.

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Switzerland continues to attract internationally mobile individuals and families, given its political stability, quality of life, strong legal framework and favourable business environment.

Portugal’s rise as one of the world’s most sought after property destination has been remarkable. Once viewed as one of Europe’s quieter markets, it is now firmly on the radar of international investors seeking both lifestyle and long-term value. From Lisbon’s cultural revival to the Algarve’s enduring appeal, Portugal’s property market continues to attract buyers looking for more than just a second home.

For many international investors, Portugal’s Golden Visa has served as a gateway to Europe, offering flexibility, security and a pathway towards Portuguese citizenship.

The OECD has released a discussion draft proposing revisions to Chapter VII of the Transfer Pricing Guidelines, focusing on intra-group services within multinational enterprises.

US individuals relocating to the UK face a complex intersection of immigration rules and tax residence requirements that operate independently of one another. Understanding when UK tax residence is triggered...

On 18 March 2026, the Cyprus Tax Department announced the 10-year government bond yield rates for a number of countries as at 31 December 2025.

The OECD has released a discussion draft proposing revisions to Chapter VII of the Transfer Pricing Guidelines, focusing on intra-group services within multinational enterprises.

Upstream-Darlehen der Zielgesellschaft an die Käufergesellschaft können während der fünfjährigen Sperrfrist erhebliche steuerliche Konsequenzen für Verkäufer auslösen.

Skatteministeriet og Skatterådet har truffet nye afgørelser om værdiansættelse af udskudt skat ved optionsudnyttelse i ejendomsselskaber samt betingelser for succession ved aktiv udlejningsvirksomhed.