- The Finnish government has increased the VAT registration threshold for small businesses from 10,000 euros to 20,000 euros.
- This change was approved by the Finnish Parliament on June 18, 2024.
- The new threshold applies to both the current and previous calendar years.
- The new threshold will be effective from January 1, 2025.
- Businesses with an annual turnover of 20,000 euros or less in both the current and previous calendar years will be exempt from VAT registration.
- For more information, contact Marja Niiranen, Senior Ministerial Adviser.
- The Finnish Tax Administration has published a separate announcement regarding these changes.
- The general VAT rate in Finland will increase to 25.5% starting in September 2024.
- The Ministry of Finance is also reviewing VAT policies related to the digital age and plans concerning Ukraine.
Source: valtioneuvosto.fi
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