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VAT changes in Poland from 2025 – key information for businesses
On November 20, 2024the President of the Republic of Poland signed the Act amending the Value Added Tax Act and certain other acts. The amendment brings Polish law in line with European Union legislation, including EU Council Directive 2020/285 and EU Regulation 904/2010. The provisions, which will come into force...
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The tax authority in Poland may not recognise the right to deduct unduly paid VAT
The judgment of the Supreme Administrative Court of Poland (NSA) of 29 October 2024 (case no. I FSK 352/21) introduces important guidelines regarding the right to deduct VAT in cases where transactions should have been subject to the reverse charge procedure. This judgment emphasises that businesses may lose the right...
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Electricity supply for charging electric vehicles at public points treated as a supply of goods – CJEU ruling
On October 17, 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued another crucial ruling on VAT taxation in the context of electromobility. In case C-60/23 (Digital Charging Solutions), the court confirmed that the supply of electricity for charging electric vehicles at public charging points is treated as...
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Minimum Tax – a new obligation for companies, especially those with losses and low profitability
Changes in the Polish tax system constantly force entrepreneurs to adapt and reconsider their financial strategies. One of the latest and most significant changes is the introduction of a minimum income tax, which raises many questions and concerns among taxpayers. This regulation, aimed at increasing budget revenues, directly impacts entities...
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Changes to property tax in Poland from 1 January 2025
On 27th of November 2024, the President of Poland signed an amendment to the Act on Local Taxes and Charges, as well as other tax-related legislation. The new regulations, which will come into effect as on 1st of January 2025, aim to improve transparency, simplify procedures, and clarify key definitions...
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Top-up tax in Poland from January 2025
From 1 January 2025, the top-up tax will come into force on the basis of legislation passed by the Polish Parliament and Senate and signed by the President of Poland on 15 November 2024. These new regulations aim to implement the EU directive on global minimum tax and align Polish...
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Support for flood victims. What can victims count on?
Flooding in Poland and support for victims. A VAT rate of 0% for donations of goods and services, deferred payment of VAT and advance payments on income tax (PIT and CIT), exemption from customs duties, possibility of applying for cancellation or deferral of certain tax liabilities, assistance with loan repayment...
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Cash PIT from 2025 – conditions and rules of settlement
From January 1, 2025, a new option will become available in the Polish tax system for small business owners—the so-called Cash PIT. The amendment to the Polish Personal Income Tax (PIT) Act allows for tax settlement on a cash basis, which means that taxable income will be recognized upon receipt...
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Interpretation of the Polish National Tax Information Office (KIS) on sponsorship tax relief in Poland
We would like to draw your attention to the interpretation of the Director of the Polish National Tax Information Office (KIS) regarding the possibility of taking advantage of the so-called sponsorship tax relief. This interpretation addresses the conditions a taxpayer must meet to be eligible for this deduction – particularly...
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Catering costs for employees – a new approach by Polish tax authorities
Major changes in the position of Polish tax authorities on the financing of catering costs. The National Revenue Administration (Krajowa Administracja Skarbowa, or KAS) in Poland has recently liberalized its approach and changed the interpretation of regulations in favour of taxpayers. According to the new interpretation, an employer may now...
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