VAT & Sales Tax Updates: November 2025

In Europe, major reforms are on the horizon: in the Czech Republic, a broad-package VAT programme for 2026 has been proposed, while in France, mandatory thresholds for VAT registration will rise from January 1, 2026.
In Portugal, a new VAT-group regime (Law No. 62/2025) has been passed, enabling eligible entities to form a single VAT taxpayer from July 2026.
In the U.S., the Washington (state) Department of Revenue confirms that from October 1, 2025, a range of services (including advertising, IT, and staffing) are newly subject to retail sales tax — businesses should assess service contracts and invoicing accordingly.