European Union: Tax Authorities

On 7 October 2026, the Luxembourg Government filed bill of law No. 8800 concerning the State budget for 2027 (the “Bill”) with the Chamber of Deputies. Alongside the budget itself, the Bill introduces a package of tax measures designed to increase Luxembourg’s tax competitiveness and support businesses, most of which would apply from tax year 2027.

Germany's Federal Ministry of Finance has proposed a fundamental shift in how exchange crypto-assets like Bitcoin and Ether are taxed, moving them from "other income" to investment income with a flat 25% tax rate. The reform abolishes the one-year tax-free holding period for new acquisitions while introducing withholding tax obligations for domestic crypto-asset service providers. How will these changes affect long-term investors, high-income earners, and the operational burden on crypto platforms?

IFICI applications in Portugal can be rejected when applicants overlook requirements around qualifying activities, Portuguese-source income, professional roles, qualifications or economic substance. Understanding these risk areas before becoming tax resident can help applicants avoid costly mistakes.

Cyprus has repealed its 2017 guidance on Administrative Service Providers under FATCA and CRS, effective immediately with no transitional period. The new interpretation under paragraph 10ter of the Consolidated CRS means that entities like corporate trustees and nominee companies must now count all remuneration for their services in gross income tests, even when fees are paid to other entities in the structure rather than directly to them.

The Dutch minority coalition government submitted its 2027 Tax Plan package to the House of Representatives on Budget Day, September 15, 2026. This comprehensive tax alert outlines the most significant proposed measures, many of which were previously flagged in the Coalition Agreement and Strategic Agenda, though adjustments are expected as the legislative process unfolds due to the coalition's lack of parliamentary majority.

The Malta Tax and Customs Administration's 2025 Annual Report reveals a strategic shift toward digital transformation and enhanced compliance enforcement, with particular implications for property transactions. As the MTCA intensifies its use of data analytics and artificial intelligence to identify potential tax risks, taxpayers are facing increased scrutiny, especially regarding property valuations and stamp duty assessments on immovable property transfers.

As France transitions from a challenging summer marked by devastating wildfires into autumn, residents face important financial updates including revised tax payment schedules and increased savings account interest rates. This comprehensive financial update covers everything from Prufund investment performance and market resilience to government energy-efficiency funding changes, providing essential guidance for expatriates and French residents navigating their financial planning

The Italian Tax Authority has issued new clarifications on corporate welfare plans, addressing key questions about education expense reimbursements and family care support. These rulings establish important guidelines for employers regarding tax treatment of welfare benefits, including provisions for elderly care and documentation requirements to prevent double tax benefits.

Denmark has introduced significant changes to its property valuation and taxation regime through Act No. 615, extending indexed property valuations through 2027 and creating a unified category for agricultural, forest and nature properties. The legislation includes new binding ruling procedures, land tax relief for roof apartment projects, and extended deadlines for reassessments, fundamentally reshaping how property owners and investors navigate Danish real estate taxation.