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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... Read More →
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... Read More →
New JPK_CIT reporting regulations from 2025 – changes in tax reporting
On 16th of August 2024, the Minister of Finance signed a key regulation regarding the Standard Audit File for Corporate Income Tax (JPK_CIT), which entails significant changes in the area of tax reporting. With the new regulations coming into effect on 1st of January 2025, the provisions will firstly apply... Read More →
Deposit system – new VAT settlement rules from 2025
A new deposit system will come into effect in Poland on January 1, 2025. As a result, reverse vending machines for returning bottles may become a permanent feature in many stores. The new system aims to improve recycling efficiency in Poland, enhance environmental protection, and provide additional income opportunities for... Read More →
Coverage of losses from the statutory fund of a foundation and tax exemption
Recently, the Supreme Administrative Court of Poland (Polish: Naczelny Sąd Administracyjny, NSA) issued an important ruling regarding the issue of overpayment of corporate income tax by foundations with the status of a public benefit organization. This judgment, issued at the hearing on April 10, 2024, dismissed the cassation appeal filed... Read More →
Minimum tax – can also be paid by entities reporting a loss
As of January 1, 2024, regulations on the minimum corporate income tax have come into force. The purpose of the minimum tax is to tax entities that do not generate income or achieve it at a minimum level without a justified reason. However, entities reporting a loss must also pay... Read More →
Amendment to the Accounting Act signed by the President
On April 16, 2024, the President signed an amendment to the Accounting Act, which requires large companies to break down information on income tax paid and other data by country. The amendment aims to align Polish regulations with the EU Directive 2021/2101 of the European Parliament and the Council of... Read More →
WHT relief for holding companies: How and when can they be applied?
Preferential rules for taxing dividends and other income of holding companies in Poland and in the European Union are intended to support holding activities and avoid double taxation. In practice however, it is becoming increasingly difficult to benefit from WHT relief for holding companies in Poland. Why and when can... Read More →
Current VAT rates in Poland in 2024
The year 2024 brings several significant changes to the value added tax (VAT) system in Poland, which can significantly affect entrepreneurs. Understanding the current rates and their application across various industries is crucial not only for compliance but also for optimizing business costs. This article discusses both the applicable VAT... Read More →
The FASTER Directive is approaching: Major changes to the Settlement of Withholding Tax (WHT)
The FASTER Directive on Withholding Tax (WHT) The European Union aims to simplify and speed up the procedures related to withholding tax relief in order to increase the efficiency of EU capital markets. The new initiative provides for the introduction of two mechanisms: withholding tax relief and a quick refund... Read More →
