What we learned in Warsaw: Highlights from the IVA’s Spring Conference 2026

• Key Themes & Policy Updates: The conference covered crucial VAT topics including updates on the ViDA Directive and customs reform from the European Commission, the impact of CJEU rulings on transfer pricing and VAT, and the evolving role of intermediaries in VAT collection.
• Preventing Disputes & Emerging Trends: A significant focus was on strategies to prevent cross-border VAT disputes, highlighting the need for clear legislation and cooperative compliance. Discussions also explored the resurgence of excise taxes for behavioral shaping and potential reforms to the VAT regime in financial services.
• Community & Education: The event, the largest to date, brought together nearly 200 delegates from 33 countries, fostering community within the VAT ecosystem. It also celebrated the graduation of the 2025 IVA University students and welcomed the new 2026 class, emphasizing ongoing education in VAT expertise.

Source Fernando Matesanz

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