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Tourist tax: what reporting obligations apply to platforms?

Collection, reporting, remittance, penalties and the single FARITAS return: what Airbnb, Booking and other platforms must do for the French tourist tax.

Import VAT Reverse Charge: A Complete Guide

The reverse charge mechanism for import VAT represents a major simplification for French companies importing goods into the European Union from third countries. This tax mechanism, implemented to ease cash flow constraints for importers, requires careful attention to be understood and then implemented.‍

VAT Management in Company Liquidation or Judicial Reorganization

When a company faces financial difficulties leading to the initiation of insolvency proceedings, VAT management becomes a major challenge both for the company and its creditors, such as the tax authorities. Whether it's a judicial reorganization aimed at continuing operations or a judicial liquidation leading to its definitive cessation, the applicable VAT rules undergo substantial changes. The complexity of these situations requires a thorough understanding of the fiscal and legal mechanisms involved.‍‍

FEC (Accounting Entry File): Complete Guide and Legal Obligations

The FEC (Fichier des Écritures Comptables - Accounting Entry File) is a mandatory digital file since 2014 for any company with computerized accounting in the event of a tax audit. It must comply with strict standards (format, fields, encoding) defined by article A.47 A-1 of the French Tax Procedure Code.

VAT and intra-community acquisitions (AIC): definition, obligations and risks

Understand the mechanism of Intra-Community Acquisitions (AIC): reverse charge of VAT, CA3 declarations, derogatory regime (PBRD) and points of vigilance. Secure your European exchanges and avoid recoveries with Cyplom expertise.

Deduction of French VAT on expense reports: rules, conditions and points of vigilance

Discover the essential rules for deducting VAT from expense reports: basic conditions, mandatory information, exclusions and impacts of electronic invoicing. Secure your deductions with Cyplom to avoid tax adjustments.

Intra-community VAT: All you need to know

Intra-community VAT regulates commercial exchanges between companies within the European Union. If you are importing, exporting, or selling goods to other European businesses, you need to understand these essential rules. This comprehensive guide explains acquisitions, deliveries, reporting obligations and VAT numbers.

Deductible VAT and collected VAT: understanding and calculating the difference

Value Added Tax (VAT) is an essential fiscal lever for the State and is a fundamental obligation for businesses. An indirect tax on consumption, VAT has no impact on the results of a company that can deduct VAT in full: in fact, it is only an intermediary between its customers and the State.

Calculating VAT on a quotation: a practical step-by-step guide

Establishing an accurate quote is a decisive step in any commercial transaction. Beyond the presentation of your services or products, the calculation of VAT must be flawless.

VAT & digital services: latest interpretations from the CJEU & legislative developments

The rapid evolution of the digital economy poses considerable challenges in terms of VAT, especially with the emergence of new business models and the application of the ViDA project. The CJEU continues to refine its case law to adapt European tax rules to digital realities.

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