- 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
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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