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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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The new role of the European Union Court in tax and customs matters
As of 1 October 2024, significant changes have been introduced in the judicial structure of the European Union regarding the handling of tax and customs cases. Under an amendment to the statute of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), which took effect in September 2024, responsibility for...
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Amendment of the Copyright Act with the President’s Signature
On August 14, President Andrzej Duda signed a major amendment to the Copyright and Related Rights Act, which marks the most substantial changes in this area in 30 years. These changes adapt the Polish legal framework to the current challenges of the media, arts, and culture market and implement EU...
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AI Act: A new legal framework for Artificial Intelligence in Europe
The introduction of the EU AI Act (Artificial Intelligence Act) marks a milestone in the regulation of the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Europe. The Act entered into force on 1 August 2024 and aims to establish a legal framework that supports innovation while ensuring the safety...
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The impact of flooding in Poland on the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers
Below is a brief summary of legal provisions that apply or may apply in the event of flooding: Absence from work due to flooding The general rule is that if circumstances arise that prevent an employee from coming to work (and flooding is such a circumstance), the employee is required...
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A new approach to the taxation of income for seconded employees
For several months, we have observed a trend in the administrative courts’ approach to taxing the income of seconded employees. Until August 2023, the prevailing judicial interpretation was that employer-funded accommodation and travel expenses were considered taxable income for seconded employees, from which income tax advances had to be deducted....
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OECD/G20: new documents on Pillar One and Pillar Two of the international tax law reform
In recent years, international tax law reform, led under the auspices of the OECD and G20, has gained prominence as a key element of global efforts towards tax fairness. This reform, known as the “Inclusive Framework on BEPS” (Base Erosion and Profit Shifting), is based on two main pillars: Pillar...
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Individual interpretation may be permissible even if a general interpretation has been issued
A recent ruling by the Provincial Administrative Court in Rzeszów indicates that an individual tax interpretation can be issued even when it concerns matters already covered by a general interpretation. General interpretations vs. Individual interpretations General interpretations are issued by the Minister of Finance and can be initiated ex officio...
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Increased penalties for tax crimes and offences from July 1, 2024
As a reminder, from 1 July 2024, taxpayers who commit tax crimes or offences will face higher penalties. This change is due to the increase in the minimum wage, which is now set at 4,300 PLN. Increase in penalties and new minimum wage The increase in the minimum wage from...
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Change in the implementation deadline for mandatory e-Delivery in Poland
The Ministry of Digital Affairs has announced a postponement of the mandatory requirement for having an e-Delivery mailbox. The official announcement was published by the Minister of Digital Affairs in the Journal of Laws. The new implementation date for e-Delivery is January 1, 2025. The postponement will allow for amendments...
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