EU Boosts Cooperation Against Cross-Border VAT Fraud

• The EU adopted Regulation (EU) 2026/1743 to improve cooperation against cross-border VAT fraud.
• EPPO and OLAF will get broader access to VAT data, including CESOP and later central VIES information.
• Eurofisc must share analysis reports and relevant information on suspected VAT fraud when requested.
• The system will use a single-entry point for targeted searches, with EU rules on data protection and logging.
• The regulation takes effect on 16 August 2026, applies from 17 August 2027, and VIES access starts on 1 July 2030.

Source: globalvatcompliance.com

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