- AmCham raised concerns with the tax administration about burdensome VAT refund procedures and penalties for sales below cost, especially affecting investors in tourism, industry, and other sectors.
- Businesses face financial strain due to delayed VAT refunds during the investment phase, sometimes covering up to 20% of investment value.
- The Director General of Taxes, Ilir Binaj, stated that most VAT refund requests are processed quickly, with only a small portion subject to additional control, and no refunds are refused if documentation is complete.
- Binaj discussed the upcoming “Fiscal Peace” initiative, which will allow businesses to avoid tax controls if they fulfill their fiscal obligations, starting January 1, 2026.
- From January next year, tax controls will increase in the construction sector, focusing on preventing undeclared salaries and fiscal informality.
Source: albaniandailynews.com
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