- Finland will lower its reduced VAT rate from 14% to 13.5% starting January 1, 2026; the standard rate remains 25.5%.
- Romania changed its VAT rates in August 2025 to 21% (standard) and 11% (reduced).
- Lithuania will update its reduced VAT rates from January 1, 2026: 12% (up from 9%) for accommodation, transport, and cultural events; 5% (down from 9%) for books and certain publications; the 9% rate for heating and firewood will be removed.
- A table lists updated standard and reduced VAT rates for EU and selected European countries for 2026.
Source: eurofiscalis.com
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