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Polish tax system ranked 31st in the International Tax Competitiveness Index
Poland’s tax system has ranked 31st in the latest International Tax Competitiveness Index (ITCI), compiled by the American organization Tax Foundation. What contributed to this position, what are the details of the ranking methodology, and what do the results say about Poland’s tax system? What is the International Tax Competitiveness...
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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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National Bank of Poland interest rates in December 2024
On December 3-4, 2024, the Monetary Policy Council held a meeting during which it decided to keep the interest rates unchanged. Current National Bank of Poland interest rates: reference rate at 5.75% on an annual basis lombard rate at 6.25% on an annual basis deposit rate at 5.25% on an...
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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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Register company in Poland – 5 steps to starting a business
Registering a company in Poland is a process that requires making several key decisions that will affect the further development of the business. How to properly choose a name, business address, and form of taxation? What steps should be taken to register your company in the Central Register and Information...
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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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Record low number of unemployed in October 2024
In October 2024, Poland recorded the lowest number of registered unemployed individuals since statistics began in 1990. The number of people without work was 767.100, down 2,500 compared to September 2024 and 3,300 from the same period last year. Such low unemployment indicates the stability of the labor market, despite...
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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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